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Frequently asked questions
- Can you refer me to a specialist for joint pain?
Yes. If further specialist care is needed, we can provide private referrals to rheumatologists, orthopaedic surgeons, or physiotherapists.
- Can you prescribe treatments for joint pain?
Yes. We can prescribe pain relief, anti-inflammatory medications, and recommend physiotherapy or lifestyle changes.
- What can I expect during the consultation?
The doctor will take your medical history, examine the affected joint(s), and may order blood tests or imaging (X-rays, ultrasound) to identify the cause.
- Should I see a GP or seek emergency care?
You should go to A&E/seek emergency care immediately if your joint pain is severe, the joint is swollen and red, you have a fever, can’t move the joint, or the joint looks misshapen after an injury.
- Can you treat joint pain?
Yes. we can assess, diagnose, and treat many causes of joint pain, including arthritis, injuries, and inflammation.