Did you know that around 2.1 million Australians are affected by Osteoarthritis? So, when aches and pains take hold, you want quick and effective relief to help you get on with your day. And sometimes making the right choice in pain relief can seem difficult.
Osteoarthritis is as a consequence of "wear and tear" or as some may not like to admit...ageing! The symptoms develop gradually but with early diagnosis and the right balance of exercise, healthy eating and pain management regimens, you can help limit its effect on your everyday life. It affects 1 in 11 Australians, so if you are suffering from Osteoarthritis you are definitely not alone.
Some of the symptoms of Osteoarthritis can vary on a day to day basis, starting with the occasional pain after exercise, but can progress to become more frequent.
While it's not 100% clear what causes Osteoarthritis, we know some people have more risk factors - including people aged over 45, women, those with a genetic or family history, or those as a result of a joint injury.
While at present there is no cure for Osteoarthritis, there are ways to help manage your pain such as keeping a healthy weight and diet, regular exercise or medication.
Here are two products that may help those who might be suffering from mild Osteoarthritis manage the pain associated.
Panadol Osteo and Voltaren Osteo Gel - when used together, or alone, they offer a
flexible approach for managing milder joint pain associated with Osteoarthritis.
With Osteoarthtis pain, some days are worse than others. To manage everyday pain choose Panadol Osteo, a patented bi-layer tablet incorporating an immediate release dose to help manage the pain of mild osteoarthritis. It can provide long-lasting relief from persistent pain. Panadol Osteo can be a convenient choice, containing a higher dose of paracetamol than regular Panadol tablets with a maximum of 3 daily doses, each lasting 8 hours. When taken at maximum recommended dosage, Panadol Osteo may provide up to 24 hour relief from pain.
And for those flare up days, try Voltaren Osteo Gel 12 Hourly, an anti-inflammatory gel applied directly to the joint providing pain relief for up to 12 hours. The advantage of the gels of course is you can apply these directly to the joint to target the area and has an easy-open cap (and there's nothing worse than trying to remove a tight cap if you supper from arthritic pain...).
So if you're suffering from some Osteoarthritic pain, speak to your doctor and pharmacist for advice on what is best for your individual circumstances. You can also use a combination of diet, exercise and medication such as the above to manage the pain. You can also visit Osteoactive, a great website with hints and tips about Osteoarthritis.