Hands On

Reports on the Rheumatic Diseases Series 6

These reports are written by specialists on subjects relevant to primary care. Each issue contains practical advice about managing musculoskeletal problems within primary care. 'Hands On' also aims to educate and inform GPs about current relevant topics within rheumatology and musculoskeletal medicine.

WARNING: THESE PUBLICATIONS ARE INTENDED FOR MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS. SOME OF THEIR CONTENTS MAY BE DISTURBING TO READERS WITH ARTHRITIS OR THEIR CARERS.

'Growing Pains' – A Practical Guide for Primary Care
Autumn 2008 No 1

[with 'Information Sheet'] This article focuses on enabling GPs to make a confident diagnosis of growing pains, offers practical advice on management, and provides guidance on when to be concerned, what (if any) investigations to arrange and when to refer.

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Click here for Reports on the Rheumatic Diseases Series 4 : In Practice