Back pain
Back pain is very common and usually doesn’t have a serious cause. Learn about treatments, exercises and other ways to manage back pain.
What helps hip pain?
Hip pain is a really common problem and there are ways to help yourself with exercise and certain treatments.
Fibromyalgia - Investigating the role of exercise and sleep in the management of chronic pain
Learn about our research project exploring the relationships between pain, sleep and exercise in people living with chronic pain (such as Fibromyalgia).
Osteoarthritis - Supported self-management for people living with musculoskeletal pain
Learn about our research into understanding why some people manage their pain better than others - to propose a plan to ensure support is available to everyone.
Managing your pain
Pain can be a major symptom of arthritis. Find out about treatments, self-help and how to assess if your pain management is working.
Management of Pain in Inflammatory Arthritis
A vital new evidence-based clinical guideline is in development by The British Society for Rheumatology (BSR)
Moving more with the ESCAPE-pain Programme
Research has highlighted the important role that exercise can play in reducing pain and increasing function in people with arthritis.
Risk management policy
Discover how Versus Arthritis is dedicated to enhancing risk literacy and managing uncertainty to achieve organizational objectives. Explore our risk management policy and procedures for valuable insights.
Living Well Programme – 5 Week Self-Management Course
A 5-week self-management course with the opportunity to meet others living with arthritis or a musculoskeletal condition, in a small, supportive group. A Chance to develop your skills and knowledge on areas including:- Managing Pain and Fatigue, Improving lifestyle including activity, and Managing change and goal setting.
Five ways to help manage back pain
Learn five methods of managing your back pain - continue with your routine, keep moving, don't suffer in silence, apply treatments and keep to a healthy weight.
Fitness instructor Gareth’s tips for managing pain
Gareth, 40, has osteoarthritis and recently took part in a Versus Arthritis self-management course. Here he shares his experiences and tips for managing pain.
Latest evidence for management of gout for healthcare professionals
A look at guidelines for diagnosis and management of gout and what the key focus should be.
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.
Tracey, who has osteoarthritis, shares her tips for managing pain and fatigue
Tracey, 58, who has osteoarthritis, was waiting for knee surgery when she took part in a Versus Arthritis pain self-management course in Northern Ireland. Here she shares her tips for managing pain and fatigue.
Management of foot health in inflammatory arthritis
The majority of people with inflammatory arthritis (IA) will experience foot problems throughout the course of their disease. The first British Society for Rheumatology foot health guideline is now available and provides evidence-based guidance on the management and care of foot health in IA for adults, children and young people.