Turmeric
Turmeric is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating osteoarthritis.
Herbal medicine
Herbal medicine (e.g. devil's claw) involves using plants or plant extracts to treat disease. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating arthritis.
People with chronic pain need more support to manage their condition
We worked with the BBC on research that reveals the level and extent of people experiencing chronic pain in the UK and the use of medicines such as opioids.
All about turmeric
Discover the health benefits of turmeric and it's potential for relieving pain, with an in-depth look into the research and how it's absorbed into the body.
Moving medicine
Use our Moving Medicine resource to help you with the confidence and skills needed to carry out your consultations with patients about physical activity.
Andrographis paniculata
Andrographis paniculata is a herbal medicine which can be taken in tablet form. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating rheumatoid arthritis.
Devil's claw
Devil’s claw is a herbal medicine bought over the counter as capsules, tinctures or fluid extract. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating osteoarthritis.
Duhuo Jisheng Wan (DJW)
Learn about Duhuo Jisheng Wan as an alternative treatment for arthritis - a herbal medicine that seems to activate specific anti-inflammatory cells in the body.
Manipulative therapies: chiropractic, osteopathy and manual medicine
Manipulative therapy (chiropractic and osteopathy) is mainly used for back, neck and joint problems. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating arthritis.
Rosehip
Rosehip is a herbal medication with anti-inflammatory properties. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Pine bark extracts
Pine bark (Pycnogenol) is a herbal extract rich in several bioflavonoids. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating osteoarthritis.
Complementary and alternative treatments
Learn about complementary and alternative treatments for arthritis, how they differ from conventional medicine, how they help, safety and possible risks.
Complementary therapies – which ones are right for you?
Complementary therapies such as massage, acupuncture and mindfulness can be used alongside conventional medicine to help reduce pain and increase wellbeing.
Cat's claw
Cat’s claw is a herbal remedy with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating rheumatoid arthritis.
Willow bark
Willow bark is a herbal preparation available over the counter as tablets. Learn its uses and side-effects when treating rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.