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In the links below, access a range of helpful resources on the various types of arthritis, information for living well with arthritis, and the ways arthritis can be managed and treated.
Blood tests and pathology tests for arthritis and other autoimmune disorders
Before any tests are done, the doctor will ask you about your symptoms and will often examine you for signs of arthritis or other autoimmune features. Then tests may be done. Your symptoms and signs on physical examination are more important for making a diagnosis than the results of the tests.
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Info Sheets – Living with Arthritis Patient Information on Milnacipran
This information sheet has been produced by the Australian Rheumatology Association to help you understand Milnacipran.
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Osteoarthritis Nurse Clinics
This education resource on Osteoarthritis was developed based on the feedback provided by 35 primary health care nurses
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Booklets Patient Information on Pregabalin
This information sheet has been produced by the Australian Rheumatology Association to help you understand the medicine that has been prescribed for you.
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Patient Information on Baricitinib
This information sheet was written by the Australian Rheumatology Association to help you understand the medication that has been prescribed for you.
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Patient Information on Self Injecting Low Dose Methotrexate
This sheet is useful if your doctor has recommended injections of methotrexate to improve its effectiveness or minimise side effects.
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Patient Information on Allopurinol
This information sheet has been produced by the Australian Rheumatology Association to help you understand the medicine that has been prescribed for you.
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Medications and Pregnancy in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Information for women and men with rheumatoid arthritis thinking about starting a family.
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Driving Change, One Step at a Time
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Moving Lives, Shaping Futures
Having arthritis doesn’t mean you have to miss out on doing the things you love.
Although arthritis can be difficult to live with, there are many simple measures that can help anyone manage their symptoms and cope with daily life.
Arthritis isn’t just for the elderly; it can affect young adults and even teenagers.
The Arthritis Movement funds research projects aimed at increasing our understanding of the causes and impacts of arthritis and which seek to improve treatments and find cures.
