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Pharmaceutical considerations for fracture management in adults

Fractures can cause significant morbidity and mortality and require a multidisciplinary approach for the best patient outcomes.…

Published: 5 December 2023

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Rheumatoid arthritis: management

An overview of the medicines used for symptom control and disease modification, with consideration given to non-pharmacological approaches that support management of rheumatoid arthritis.…

Published: 14 November 2023

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Treatment and management of gout: the role of pharmacy

Gout is a common form of arthritis but despite being easily treatable, often goes undiagnosed or undertreated. This article explains the causes and symptoms of gout and the treatment strategy required to therapeutically ‘cure’ gout through lifelong medication.…

Published: 19 August 2022

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Carpal tunnel syndrome: identification and management

As the NHS faces a backlog of patients requiring surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacy teams should be able to diagnose and support patients with effective management earlier to avoid surgery.…

Published: 5 October 2021

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Appropriate community pharmacy management of joint pain

A summary of best practice joint pain management recommendations for use by community pharmacy teams.…

Published: 26 August 2021

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Managing osteoporosis in older people

How to understand bone health in the context of the older person, including risk assessment, prevention and the management of osteoporosis in patients likely to have multiple comorbidities.…

Published: 12 June 2019

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How to conduct an effective joint pain management consultation in a community pharmacy setting

A guide to help community pharmacy team members effectively engage in conversations with patients about joint pain symptoms.…

Published: 20 February 2019

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Managing plantar heel pain in the pharmacy

How to differentiate plantar fasciopathy from other causes of plantar heel pain, advice for pharmacists on counselling patients and when to refer. …

Published: 4 December 2018

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Treatment options for menopausal symptoms

Pharmacists and healthcare professionals can provide a patient-centred approach to advising women about the menopause, and provide robust information about the risks and benefits of menopause hormone treatment that will allow patients to make an informed choice about how to relieve their s…

Published: 16 January 2018

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Advising patients on prevention and management of sporting injuries in the pharmacy

How to identify common sporting injuries and provide specific advice to patients on their effective management, including the role of over-the-counter pharmacological treatments, as well as when to refer for specialist assessment and treatment.…

Published: 10 August 2016