Fibromyalgia, otherwise known as fibromyalgia syndrome, is a chronic, long-term condition that causes widespread bodily pain, fatigue and psychological distress. Fibromyalgia is considered a rheumatic condition, insofar as it affects the connective and/or supportive structures of your body. However, unlike arthritis, which is caused by inflammation of a joint, or joints, fibromyalgia affects soft tissues and does not cause inflammation or damage to the affected areas. For example, fibromyalgia … [Read more...] about Fibromyalgia – A Type of Arthritis
Arthritis
Reducing Arthritis Risks
Joint Pain is common, but it’s not well understood. It is in fact not a single disease; it’s a term used to refer to all sorts of pain in joints from osteoarthritis. There are over a hundred types of different joint pain related conditions and one of the most common, and painful is Arthritis. Arthritis has been regarded as an inherent part of the process of ageing, as well as a signal to patients that it is time to slow down. What is Arthritis? Arthritis is a long-term autoimmune disorder that … [Read more...] about Reducing Arthritis Risks
Arthritis Care Awareness Week
Arthritis Care Week in the UK runs from the 14th - 21st of May this year. This event, designed to highlight the work of the charity, Arthritis Care, raises awareness and improves support for those who suffer from the pain, inflammation and joint stiffness that characterise this condition. Winchester Chiropractor, Max Atkinson wholeheartedly supports the aims of the charity and this year's theme, "Wake up to Arthritis" and says that he would like more people to "wake up to the benefits of … [Read more...] about Arthritis Care Awareness Week
The Need For Orthotics
We take our feet for granted, but they are complex structures - each having 26 bones and 33 joints that hold them together with 20 different muscles and more than 100 ligaments. It is hardly surprising over a lifetime of use, carrying our body's weight all day, every day that things can go wrong with our feet! While women are more likely to suffer from foot pain because of wearing high heels or pointed-toe footwear, almost anyone can experience this - and associated pain elsewhere in the … [Read more...] about The Need For Orthotics
