Use of health services for arthritis and osteoporosis

There is considerable variation in the type and extent of health services used and actions taken to manage the three conditions. While the management of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis is primarily focused on reducing pain and slowing down disease progression, the focus in the case of osteoporosis is largely on containing its role as a risk factor for fractures and other associated complications.

ISSN 1833-0991; ISBN 978-1-74249-084-7; Cat. no. PHE 130; 44pp.; Internet only