Not sure what to do about joint pain? When to see a doctor, and helpful steps you can take at home

Liz Connor asks pharmacists to share advice and solutions for managing joint aches and pains

Lifestyle changes can help when joint pain becomes an issue.

Most people will experience some kind of joint pain at some point in life – and according to UK pharmacist Phil Day, musculoskeletal wear and tear is one of the most common health niggles.

Arthritis and other joint conditions affect millions of people in the UK and Ireland, causing aches, pain and sometimes swelling and stiffness, which for some people can have a severe impact on day-to-day life.