Musculoskeletal Health Australia (MHA)

KNOWLEDGE: Musculoskeletal Conditions

Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage inside a joint breaks down causing pain and stiffness.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that causes joint pain and inflammation.

Back pain is a common issue for many Australians, and is rarely the result of a serious condition or damage to your spine.

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Osteoporosis causes your bones to become weak and lose their strength, making them break more easily than normal bones.

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Gout is caused by too much uric acid in your bloodstream, resulting in extreme pain and swelling, most commonly in your big toe.

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Polymyalgia rheumatica causes muscle pain and stiffness, particularly affecting your neck, shoulders and thighs.

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Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that mainly affects the joints in your back but can also affect other joints.

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Fibromyalgia causes widespread pain and tenderness throughout your body, often accompanied by fatigue.

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juvenile idiopathic arthritis help support

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis is a group of inflammatory joint conditions that affect children and teens under the age of 16.

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CONNECTION: B.A.M Helpline

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Being diagnosed with a musculoskeletal condition can be scary. We’re here to provide you with the information and support you need.

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September 4, 2024

Osteoporosis: The unseen problem of fragile bones

We talk a lot about musculoskeletal conditions being invisible. With current treatments, most people diagnosed with a musculoskeletal condition will have no outward signs of their condition. However, someone living with these conditions can feel the pain and fatigue associated with them. Osteoporosis is a different story. It really is invisible. There are no obviousLeer…
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July 31, 2024

Musculoskeletal conditions and work – part 2

And things you can do to manage This blog was so full of info and strategies we had to split it into 2 parts. You can access part 1 here. But here’s a recap: We know finding and keeping a job when you have a musculoskeletal condition like back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and gout can be reallyLeer…
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July 31, 2024

Musculoskeletal conditions and work – part 1

And things you can do to manage Finding and keeping a job when you have a musculoskeletal condition can be difficult. Pain, fatigue, medication side effects, and the unpredictability of your condition can all affect your ability to work. The extent to which this happens will depend on many things such as the condition youLeer…
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CHOICE: Articles and Info

August 15, 2024

Osteoarthritis of the Knee Clinical Care Standard

The standards describes the care that you can expect if you have Osteoarthritis of the Knee. Find out more about the eight quality statements from the Osteoarthritis of the Knee Clinical Care Standard, as well as helpful resources.

August 15, 2024

We’re thrilled to announce Zea as our newest partner!

“We are excited about our new partnership with Zea and the opportunities it represents to increase support for the millions of Australians living with musculoskeletal conditions like arthritis and back pain.” Helen Jentz, Chief Executive Officer, Musculoskeletal Health Australia.

August 19, 2024

Supporting consumers to drive positive change

With thanks to Consumers Health Forum and the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care, this Guide has been developed by consumers for consumers. It explains how to build and strengthen consumer partnerships at all levels of the health system.