Update Rheumatology and Pain Vol 12 Issue 6 June 2026

The Medical Council this week launched a public consultation on a proposed amendment to its Registration...

The International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) is the leading global organisation supporting the...

Ankylosing. Arthritis refers to swelling, pain, and stiffness of one or more joints.1-3 It is an...

Hypocalcaemia is a well-recognised complication of denosumab (Prolia) therapy, particularly in older adults with low vitamin...

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a complex chronic multisystem autoimmune disease characterised by dysregulated immune...

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic, degenerative joint disorder characterised by pain, stiffness, and progressive functional impairment....

Codeine remains the most commonly used opioid analgesic in Ireland, prescribed across general practice, emergency departments...

Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a chronic neuropathic disorder which affects the distribution of the trigeminal nerve....

Osteoporosis is a preventable skeletal disease, characterised by reduced bone strength and an increased susceptibility to...

Total hip and knee replacements remain amongst the most successful surgical procedures, with satisfaction rates over...

Migraine is a complex neurological disorder characterised by moderate to severe headaches that are often accompanied...