Living Well with Arthritis

Learn how having arthritis can affect your mental health, and how your mental health can impact your arthritis. What is depression and anxiety? Five percent of adults worldwide suffer from depression. Depression has an impact on your emotions, thoughts, and behaviour. Persistent sadness and lack of interest are symptoms...

Fatigue is a symptom often experienced by people living with arthritis that can make everyday tasks seem impossible. Managing fatigue may often require a range of options such as support from your GP, exercise and diet, techniques to help with sleep and relaxation, and learning ways to pace and...

The menopause journey is a significant phase in a woman’s life, marking the end of reproductive years. While this transition is often associated with hormonal changes and various symptoms, another aspect that deserves attention is the potential impact of menopause on arthritis. This article delves into the connection between...

Women’s Health Week celebrates the unique well-being needs of women and encourages them to prioritise their health. Among the various health considerations, arthritis stands as a significant concern for women due to its prevalence and impact on daily life. This article explores the connection between women’s health and arthritis,...

Arthritis is a chronic condition that not only affects physical wellbeing, but mental and emotional wellbeing. Many people who live with chronic pain report having higher levels of stress, anxiety, even depression however, it’s these psychological challenges that can worsen symptoms and make disease management a lot harder. How...

People who live with arthritis, probably know firsthand how difficult it can be sometimes to get a good night’s sleep. It’s a catch 22 situation. Those who live with chronic pain often have a hard time getting enough good quality sleep, and those who don’t get enough good quality...

If you’re living with arthritis, the journey in family planning and parenthood can be uncertain and bring about challenges, but with careful planning, communication with healthcare professionals and a supportive network, you can safely and successfully navigate the journey of pregnancy. What you need to know Fertility Arthritis itself...

As many people will already know from experience, arthritis can affect the feet and cause joint pain, swelling and stiffness. It can also make standing and walking painful and you may find your feet and/or toes change shape, making it harder to fit shoes. The feet and ankles can...