Health and safety of people at work has become a major issue in Australia. Workers, their employers, Workcover and health professionals all play a role in preventing injuries and getting people right once injuries have occurred. How do injuries occur? Its used to be thought that most injuries came from strenuous physical work but now […]
Month: March 2015
Arthritis Medication Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
Pain, stiffness and inflammation are hallmarks of arthritis, which is not a single disease but a range of 150 or more separate conditions. The most common are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The most commonly prescribed medication for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis is a group of drugs known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Paracetamol is frequently […]
Arthritis and Diet
About Diet Many people ask whether there is a special diet for arthritis. Continuing research has failed to find any convincing evidence that eating, or avoiding, certain foods will cure or relieve arthritis. A balanced diet, including adequate supplies of all nutrients, promotes overall health and a sense of well-being. Restricting intake of fats, salt […]