Arthritis means inflammation of the joints, which can result in joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. There are more than 100 types of arthritis.

Some types of arthritis are caused by joint inflammation while others are caused by joint degeneration. It's important to know what type of arthritis you have so that you can learn more and have a treatment plan designed especially for you.

Effective management of your condition means:

• Knowing the type of arthritis you have
• Actively participating in making decisions about your care
• Getting the support and resources you need
• Regular appropriate exercise
• Maintaining a healthy weight
• Knowing about your medications and following the directions carefully
• Seeing the right health care providers
• Ensuring that your health care providers know about all of the prescription and non-prescription medications you take
• Co-operating fully with the course of treatment that you plan and agree to as a member of your health care team

Your DELL pharmacist can help you in the management of your arthritis. Book an appointment for a private consultation at any of our locations.

For more information ask your Dell Pharmacist!