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Illustrated - Rheumatoid arthritis

Contributed by Dr Jean Watkins, a retired GP in Hampshire...

Rheumatoid arthritis: high cost (Photograph: SPL)

Training gaps drive up cost of musculoskeletal services

Opportunities to slash repeat consultations and improve outcomes for patients with musculoskeletal c...

The most important consequence of falls is osteoporotic fracture (Photograph: SPL)

Falls in the elderly

Identifying risk factors is crucial in preventing falls, say Dr Leena Menon and Dr Govind Menon....

Studies failed to show glucosamine improved pain in osteoarthritis (Photograph: SPL)

Viewpoint - Role of supplements in joint health

Should GPs consider supplements for patients with musculoskeletal symptoms? By Dr Rod Hughes...

Gout tophus on the finger of 90-year-old female patient (Photograph: SPL)

Clinical Review: Managing gout

Contributed by Dr Helen Harris, consultant rheumatologist, Whyteman's Brae Hospital, Fife, eastern S...

Osteoarthritis of the knee: studies failed to show any marked reduction in pain in patients taking glucosamine

Viewpoint: The role of supplements in joint health

Should GPs consider 'joint health' supplements for patients with musculoskeletal symptoms? By Dr Rod...

Pictorial case study: Pain in the elbow

Tennis elbow can follow overuse, particularly in somebody who overstresses the tendon by unaccustome...

Deformed fingers of the hands in an elderly female patient with rheumatoid arthritis (Photograph: SPL)

NICE approves golimumab for rheumatoid arthritis

Patients in England can now access golimumab for rheumatoid arthritis on the NHS, NICE has ruled, bu...

Calcium intake beyond recommended levels does not further reduce risk of fracture or osteoporosis, say researchers

No bone boost with extra calcium, study shows

Raising dietary calcium intake beyond recommended levels does not further reduce risk of fracture or...

Fractures can result in mortality, morbidity and loss of independence (Photograph: SPL)

The basics - Managing osteoporosis

Patients with the highest future fracture risk should be prioritised, says Dr Pam Brown....

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