Condition
Arthritis and Joint Wear
Not every ache is arthritis — and not every arthritis needs an operation. Understanding the type and stage helps you choose the next step calmly.
Common symptoms
- Stiffness after rest, often in the morning
- Pain that builds with walking or climbing
- Reduced movement or a grinding sensation
- Swelling that comes and goes
When to seek medical attention
- Pain that is changing how you walk or sleep
- A joint that is locking or giving way
- Swelling that does not settle
- You have been told you may need a replacement and want a second look
How a visit usually proceeds
- Clinical staging and imaging when needed
- Weight, activity and physiotherapy planning
- Medicines and selected injections
- Joint replacement discussion only when it will meaningfully help
This page cannot diagnose your problem. It is here so you know what to expect and when it is reasonable to be seen.
Questions
When should I see a doctor for arthritis?+
Pain that is changing how you walk or sleep A joint that is locking or giving way Swelling that does not settle You have been told you may need a replacement and want a second look
Consultation
Having arthritis?
Persistent pain or difficulty moving is worth a proper look. Book an orthopaedic consultation in Mira Road.