Bones & Joints

See how a joint works and exactly what each condition changes — in interactive 3D — then find care.

Conditions in this section

• Osteoarthritis — The smooth cartilage cushioning a joint wears away, so bones rub — the commonest joint problem with age.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis — The immune system attacks the joint lining, causing inflammation — but modern medicines can control it well.
• Osteoporosis — Bones silently thin and weaken, so they break easily — common after menopause, and preventable and treatable.
• Gout — Sharp uric-acid crystals build up in a joint, causing sudden, severe attacks — very treatable and preventable.
• Low Back Pain — One of the most common problems in the world — usually not serious, and best helped by staying active.
• Ligament Injury & Sprains — The tough bands that stabilise a joint get stretched or torn — common in sport and falls, and usually healable.

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