Get Help for Arthritis and Joint Pain in East London
Living with joint pain or arthritis can affect your daily comfort. Our East London GPs provide effective treatment options to reduce pain and improve mobility.
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Arthritis & Joint Pain Management
Arthritis and long-term joint pain can limit mobility, affect daily tasks, and significantly impact quality of life.Â
At EveryMed General Practice, we provide expert assessment, early diagnosis, medication management, lifestyle guidance, and ongoing monitoring to help reduce pain and improve joint function.
Understanding Arthritis & Chronic Joint Pain
Arthritis refers to inflammation or degeneration of the joints. There are many types, with the most common including:
- Osteoarthritis – wear-and-tear of joint cartilage
- Rheumatoid arthritis – autoimmune inflammation of the joints
- Gout – uric acid crystal build-up
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Post-injury or overuse joint pain
Chronic joint pain may also result from injuries, repetitive strain, weight issues, or underlying medical conditions.
Common Symptoms
You may experience:
- Joint pain or stiffness
- Swelling, redness, or warmth
- Reduced range of movement
- Morning stiffness
- Difficulty walking, climbing stairs, or gripping objects
- Pain that worsens with activity or cold weather
If symptoms persist for more than a few weeks, a GP assessment is recommended.
Causes & Risk Factors
Joint pain may be linked to:
- Age-related wear
- Previous injury or surgery
- Autoimmune conditions
- High uric acid
- Weight gain or obesity
- Family history of arthritis
- Repetitive movements (work or sport)
- Inflammation-related conditions
Understanding the root cause helps us tailor treatment effectively.
Diagnosis & Testing at EveryMed
Your GP may perform:
- Physical joint examination
- Blood tests (inflammation markers, rheumatoid factor, uric acid levels)
- X-ray referral for joint structure assessment
- Ultrasound referral for inflammation and soft tissue evaluation
- Joint mobility and function assessment
Accurate diagnosis ensures the right treatment plan from the start.
Long-Term Arthritis & Joint Pain Management
Arthritis is often a chronic condition, but proper management can greatly reduce symptoms.
1. Medication Management
Depending on your condition, treatment may include:
- Anti-inflammatory medication (NSAIDs)
- Pain relief tablets or gels
- Steroid injections (referral)
- Rheumatoid arthritis medication (specialist referral)
- Gout-specific medication
- Supplements to support joint health
Your GP will discuss the safest and most effective options.
2. Lifestyle & Self-Management Advice
We provide guidance on:
- Weight management to reduce joint pressure
- Low-impact exercise (swimming, walking, cycling)
- Strength-building and flexibility routines
- Heat and cold therapy
- Home modifications for easier movement
- Joint protection techniques
Small changes can significantly improve symptoms.
3. Long-Term Monitoring
Regular reviews help us track:
- Pain levels
- Joint stiffness or swelling
- Mobility changes
- Medication effectiveness
- Signs of condition progression
This allows early intervention if symptoms worsen.
4. Referral to Specialists (When Needed)
If required, we can arrange referrals to:
- Rheumatology
- Physiotherapy
- Orthopaedics
- Imaging services
- Pain management clinics
We ensure you receive the right care at the right time.
Possible Complications if Left Untreated
Without proper management, arthritis can lead to:
- Permanent joint damage
- Loss of mobility
- Chronic pain
- Deformity (in autoimmune types)
- Reduced ability to work or exercise
- Recurrent gout attacks
Early treatment protects joint health and maintains function.
When to See a GP
Book an appointment if you experience:
- Persistent joint pain lasting more than 2–4 weeks
- Swollen, stiff, or warm joints
- Difficulty performing daily activities
- Morning stiffness lasting over 30 minutes
- Recurrent gout attacks
- Sudden severe joint pain
Your Arthritis & Joint Pain Doctor in East London
At EveryMed GP Clinic, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care for all types of arthritis and chronic joint pain.Â
Our goal is to reduce your symptoms, improve mobility, and support your long-term joint health.
Book your joint pain assessment at EveryMed today.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is arthritis?
Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation and pain in the joints. Common types include osteoarthritis, which is due to wear and tear, and rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune condition.
2. What are the common symptoms?
Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, reduced range of motion, and sometimes fatigue or fever in inflammatory types of arthritis.
3. How is arthritis diagnosed?
Diagnosis involves a physical examination, reviewing symptoms and medical history, blood tests for inflammation or autoimmune markers, and imaging such as X-rays or MRI to assess joint damage.
4. How does EveryMed manage arthritis and chronic joint pain?
EveryMed offers personalised treatment plans including medications for pain and inflammation, physical therapy, lifestyle guidance, joint injections if needed, and monitoring to slow disease progression.
5. Can lifestyle changes help with arthritis?
Yes. Regular low-impact exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, a balanced diet, avoiding joint overuse, and applying heat or cold therapy can help reduce pain and improve mobility.
6. Are medications always required for arthritis?
Not always. Some patients manage symptoms with lifestyle changes and physiotherapy, while others may need pain relievers, anti-inflammatory medications, or disease-modifying drugs depending on severity.
7. Can arthritis lead to complications?
If untreated, arthritis can cause joint deformity, reduced mobility, chronic pain, and in some cases, disability. Early diagnosis and consistent management are key to preventing complications.
8. Is arthritis more common in certain people?
Yes. Risk factors include aging, genetics, obesity, previous joint injuries, and autoimmune disorders. Women are more likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis than men.
