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Arthritis – How to Travel with Ease
If you suffer with Arthritis then you might feel as though travelling is beyond what you are capable of. Often, the pain and your lack of movement can hold you back. However, you should not let arthritis stop you in your tracks because it is possible to travel and...
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The Best Back Pain Treatments
Everyone is different and some treatments work better than others. Therefore, having an idea of what treatments are available can help you get back on your feet again. Discussing your problem with a specialist is a step in the right direction. Manual Therapies Often,...
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Foods to Avoid if you Suffer from Arthritis
If you suffer from arthritis, it is important to understand what foods to avoid. There are foods that can make symptoms worse and so, you should seek a nutritious diet. The idea is to reduce inflammation by avoiding inflammatory foods but you also want a diet that...
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Exercise and Arthritis
For those of you who suffer from arthritis, exercise and arthritis go hand in hand. This is because exercise is vital for a number of reasons . It enhances strength and flexibility as well as eases joint pain. It might seem counterintuitive to exercise when your...
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Do I Have Arthritis?
One of the most common causes of joint pain is arthritis and although there are many forms of arthritis, they all often start with the same symptoms. However, over time, the symptoms of arthritis can develop and become worse. If you spot any of the following symptoms, it could be a sign of arthritis.
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Chelsea Rheumatology Clinic will be changing premises
Chelsea Rheumatology Clinic will be changing premises Chelsea Rheumatology Clinic/ Dr Stephanie Barrett will be changing premises on the 1st September to: Chelsea Rheumatology Clinic 102 Sydney Street Chelsea London SW3 6NJ Tel: 0207 730 8508 Fax: 0207 692 7826...
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Gardening with Arthritis
Gardening can be a great form of exercise when you have arthritis, as well as an enjoyable past time. Gardening with arthritis is more than possible but you need to be mindful and keep inflammation and swelling at bay as you enjoy your garden. Repeating actions over...
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Chelsea Rheumatology Clinic – moving on the 1st September 2018
Chelsea Rheumatology Clinic/ Dr Stephanie Barrett will be changing premises on the 1st September to: 102 Sydney Street Chelsea London SW3 6PU Within this building are multiple specialists- dermatology, ophthalmology, ENT, gastroenterology, and plastic surgery. There...
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Pain in my Hands – What Could it Be?
Pain in your hands can be short-lived or long-lasting. When the pain is unmanageable or doesn’t pass over time, it is understandable you might worry. Both the hand and wrist contain many small joints which work together to produce motion and mobility. Pain in the hand...
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Physical Therapy for Arthritis
Physical therapy or physiotherapy can be a key part of your treatment for arthritis. A physical therapy professional can help you work out the best ways to move safely and effectively. When your joints are extremely sore and stiff, your mobility can suffer. This is...
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M.B.C H.B, M.D, FRCP
GMC No. 2825957
President of the Royal Society of Medicine, Rheumatology Division, 2017-18