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When we think about arthritis more often than not we think about elderly people. Yet, with one in five adults affected by arthritis it is much more than a disease for the old. The following collection of videos examines the most common types of arthritis – osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis – as well as expert testimony from arthritis specialist Dr Carol Cooper on how to diagnose and manage your arthritis symptoms.
![]() | Types of arthritisIt is not just the elderly that suffer from arthritis. In fact one in five of the adult population are affected by some form of the condition. In the following video, arthritis expert Dr Carol Cooper explains the different types of arthritis and its causes. See Video |
![]() | Arthritis treatment available to youArthritis is not an illness that goes away. It is a lifelong condition that needs long term pain relief and physiotherapy. In the following video, arthritis expert Dr Carol Cooper explains the most effective treatments for arthritis and the steps you can take to improve your condition for the long term. See Video |
![]() | Living with arthritisJoint pain is not the only symptom of arthritis. Sufferers of arthritis often experience psychological effects, like depression, as well as sleeping problems. The following video explains ways to cope with these symptoms as well as where to find help. See Video |
![]() | What is rheumatoid arthritis?Do you have painful joints? Suddenly finding it difficult to do simple tasks like chop food? You could be suffering with rheumatoid arthritis, a progressive disease that affects around 690,000 people in the UK. Watch this video to learn more about rheumatoid arthritis and the treatments available. See Video |
![]() | Early diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritisDo you wake up with stiff and swollen hands? There are life changing treatments available for rheumatoid arthritis, but only if caught early. Getting a referral to a Rheumatologist is critically important at the first signs of rheumatoid arthritis. If you are concerned about any symptoms visit your GP today! Watch this video to learn more. See Video |

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