Joint aches and Pains
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Shoulder pain
Shoulder pain is very common and symptoms tend to improve after 2 weeks. If persisting for more than 2 weeks, please speak to our clinicians via a video consultation.
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Tendonitis
Tendonitis is a painful condition in which the tendons that attach your muscles to your bones become irritated and inflamed. It may result from overuse, gradual wear and tear, or an unexpected injury. Any tendon in your body can develop tendonitis, but the knees, elbows, hands, heels, wrists, and shoulders are the most frequently affected.
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Musculoskeletal Pain
These include:
- Back Pain
- Shoulder pain
- Knee pain
- Elbow pain
- Wrist pain
Muscle, ligaments or tendons may be affected.
Our clinicians can offer advice, guidance and if needed, prescribe medication for pain relief. The video consultation is recommended. They can also advise if you require onward referral and can write to your GP for review.
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Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain)
Plantar fasciitis (heel pain) is inflammation of the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes.
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Gout
Gout is an arthritic condition that produces excruciating pain, swelling, and inflammation in a single joint (although more than one may be affected). It usually affects your big toe, but it can also affect other joints in your foot, ankles, knees, wrists, and hands. The discomfort normally begins in the middle of the night while you’re sleeping and gradually worsens over a few hours. The symptoms occur due to a build-up of uric acid in the blood and this causes uric acid crystals to deposit in the joints.
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Arthritis
Arthritis causes inflammation and pain in the joints. The most prevalent varieties of arthritis in the UK are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, but there are many others, each with its own set of symptoms and treatment choices. It becomes more common as you become older, but anyone, including children, can be affected. The symptoms of arthritis vary depending on the type of arthritis you have, and which joints are afflicted.
If you have an established diagnosis, our clinician can prescribe anti-inflammatory medication and recommend exercises. Please book video or telephone consultation. If you do not have a formal diagnosis, please speak to your regular GP.
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Back Pain
Back pain is a very common ailment therefore, you are likely to have it at some point in your life. Common cause of back pain is when a muscle is pulled (strain). Medical therapy may not be required because it normally improves on its own within weeks or months. People of all ages might suffer from back pain, however as you get older, you are more prone to developing it as a result of normal wear and tear. Rarely can back pain be the sign of a serious condition such as infection, cancer or broken bones.