Chronic Gout

Person with a sore foot due to chronic gout and high levels of uric acid

WHAT IS GOUT? It is a type of inflammatory arthritis, that is to say, a painful condition caused by the deposition (build-up) of uric acid crystals in one or more joints.2,3 Some people develop chronic gout, also called gouty arthritis. This is when people experience repeated flare-ups that can lead to joint damage, deformity and […]

Headaches

What causes headaches, tension headaches, migraines and cluster headaches

Migraines

Migraines are more than just a headache

Joint Health

Person's hands folded over each other, emphasising the joints in the hands

Healthy joints are vital for staying mobile throughout your life and doing the sports and other activities you enjoy. Over time your joints go through wear and tear, but there’s plenty you can do now to protect and strengthen them.

Gouty Arthritis

You wake up to a sharp pain in your big toe that feels as though someone has dropped a rock on it. The slightest movement, or lightest contact with the duvet, causes you to wince or cry out. This is what a gout attack feels like.

Chronic Pain

WHAT IS CHRONIC PAIN? Chronic Pain is pain that extends beyond the expected period of healing. The pain lasts for longer than 6 months and the patient will feel discomfort all the time. The pain can be mild and severe and doesn’t go away. Chronic pain persists over time and is often resistant to medical […]

Arthritis

Stiffness, and restricted movement are all characteristics of Osteoarthritis (OA) and could undoubtedly cause a decline in the function of joints.