Arthritis

Arthritis

Arthritis is an extremely common health condition. Arthritis commonly develops in people who are over the age of 50 and sufferers will frequently experience both pain and inflammation of joints. In some cases, it can affect younger people as well. Although there is no cure for arthritis, there are many medications available that work to effectively ease the pain and slow down the condition.

If you suffer from arthritis, Oxford Online Pharmacy operates an online consultation with our expert GMC registered doctor. Simply select your medication and complete the online doctor’s questionnaire. Your medical details will then be reviewed by the doctor and, if appropriate, a prescription will be written for your treatment. If you already have a private or NHS prescription, you can select the option ‘I have a prescription’ and post it to us. Your prescribed medication will be dispensed and sent discreetly to you as soon as we have received your prescription.

Arthritis Pain Relief

There are two main types of arthritis, known as Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, affecting millions of people around the globe. This condition frequently affects people over the age of 50 and is more commonly found in women. Osteoarthritis damages the smooth cartilage lining within the joint, leading to thinning and erosion. In turn, this causes stiffness, swelling and bones in the joint to rub together. Osteoarthritis commonly affects the joints in the hands, hips, spine and knees.

Symptoms may vary due to the type of arthritis that you have, however common symptoms of Osteoarthritis include:

• Inflammation, pain and redness of the tissues around the joints
• Damage to cartilage which restricts the joints from moving freely
• Stiffness due to bony growths which develop around the joints

Although Osteoarthritis can be uncomfortable, we provide a wide range or arthritis pain relief medications that help control the pain and slow down the condition.

Arthritis Treatment and Prescriptions

There is no cure for arthritis, however there are many medications available that effectively control the condition. In addition, lifestyle changes can be maintained to help relieve the symptoms of arthritis. Osteoarthritis symptoms can be eased by exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy diet, wearing suitable footwear and physiotherapy.

There are several over the counter and prescription arthritis medications available that can ease the pain of arthritis. Anti-inflammatory arthritis pain relief, such as tablets, gels and creams work by reducing inflammation, easing pain and reducing swelling. Our online pharmacy provides a confidential consultation with our GMC registered doctor, as well as various non-prescription treatments. However, we do not treat rheumatoid arthritis, in which case we advise you to contact your GP.

Important information: We can no longer treat back pain or patients over 70 - these are considered to be higher risk symptoms and should be dealt with by your GP or private face to face doctor.