Polymyalgia rheumatica, or PMR, is inflammation of the shoulders and hips that causes pain and stiffness, often after sleep or rest. It is most often found in people over 50 years of age. PMR can be treated with low doses of corticosteroid medication.…

In cervical radiculopathy, a nerve in your neck (the cervical spine) becomes pinched. This can affect nerves that travel to your arms, shoulder and hands, causing weakness, numbness, pins and needles or pain.…

Baker's cyst is an abnormal swelling at the back of the knee due to a build-up of fluid within a bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that reduces friction at a joint. Injury or disease causes this condition which can be painful and reduce movement at the joint.…

Meningitis is an inflammation of the protective layers surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Viral meningitis is more common, however it is the bacterial meningitis that is dangerous with potential serious complications. Meningitis requires prompt medical assessment.…

The rotator cuff refers to a group of four muscles and their tendons, which form a supportive cuff where the upper arm bone joins the shoulder bone. Rotator cuff injury is a general term used to describe irritation, inflammation, or a tear to any of these muscles or tendons.…

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a complex condition that affects the whole body with physical and mental changes. Although symptoms vary, the condition’s main feature is unprovoked, persistent fatigue. Cognitive behavioural therapy and exercise therapy have been associated with improved outcomes for chronic fatigue syndrome.…