Common problems and self-help
Managing flares
Even with the best treatment in the world, flares do happen. It is important that you know how to care for yourself during a time of flare so that you can still do as much as you can and so that you do not permanently lose strength, movement and function.
Helpful Resources
National support groups for rheumatology conditions
Versus arthritis Versus Arthritis | A future free from arthritis
“Alongside volunteers, healthcare professionals, researchers and friends, we do everything we can to push back against arthritis. Together, we’ll continue to develop breakthrough treatments, campaign relentlessly for arthritis to be seen as a priority, and support each other whenever we need it.”
They provide information: for people living with arthritis on our website, by calling the helpline, asking the virtual assistant or on the online community forum.
Versus arthritis also have an excellent resource of condition specific information. You can search the library here:
Conditions | Types of arthritis, causes, treatments (versusarthritis.org)