Osteoarthritis (OA) affects millions of people in the UK, with one third of the population aged over 45 having sought treatment for the condition. The prevalence of OA is also thought to be on the rise, and Arthritis Research UK estimate that by 2035, 8.3 million people in the UK could have OA of the knee- one of the most commonly affected joints.
OA can have significant and debilitating impacts on sufferer’s day to day lives, with joint pain being a particularly prominent symptom. A wide variety of management options exist for OA, often with a focus on reducing pain and inflammation, however, joint pain experts have recently advised that the most popular options may not necessarily be the most effective.

To help offer clear information and advice on OA management options, a new online resource, the ‘Joint Pain Hub’, has been launched.

The brand new Hub provides an overview of the research for some of the most popular over the counter options for OA, including; paracetamol, NSAID’s (non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs), GOPO®, glucosamine & chondroitin, and Omega 3.

Visitors can explore the site to find out more about each option. The site also includes lifestyle advice, including the importance of exercise and maintaining a healthy weight.

Readers can visit the Joint Pain Hub via the following link; www.patient.info/jointpainhub.