Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories are a class of drugs usually prescribed for mild to moderate pain usually associated with inflammation. They may be prescribed for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, musculoskeletal conditions, gout and uterine pain. These medicines are also commonly purchased over the the counter in pharmacies and range from children’s pain-killers through to products for […]
Arthritis – Glucosamine
There are many types of arthritis and they affect people of all ages from infants to the elderly. The most common forms are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) Osteoarthritis involves the breakdown of the cartilage padding of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammation of the synovial lining of the joint. RA is an […]
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a major health problem affecting our bones. The facts are that if you over 60 then 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men will suffer a fracture due to osteoporosis. So what is Osteoporosis and what can you do to protect yourself? Osteoporosis, or porous bone is a disease caused by […]