Joint Arthritis & Limb Pain
Easing joint pain, restoring movement, and helping you stay active
Joint and limb pain—whether in the knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, or hands—is one of the most common reasons people experience long-term discomfort, reduced mobility, or functional limitations. Often, the underlying cause is arthritis, a condition that leads to joint inflammation, stiffness, and pain.
At Wellspring Pain Clinic, we take a holistic and personalised approach to managing arthritis and limb pain. Our goal is not only to reduce your pain, but to help you move better, rely less on medications, and restore confidence in your body.
Common Causes of Joint & Limb Pain
Joint pain can result from a variety of conditions, including:
- Osteoarthritis (OA) – the most common type of arthritis, caused by wear and tear of joint cartilage
- Inflammatory arthritis – including rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis, where the immune system attacks the joints
- Bursitis or tendonitis – inflammation of soft tissues around the joints
- Joint instability or overuse injuries – often affecting shoulders, hips, or knees
- Post-traumatic joint pain – following injuries, sprains, or surgeries
These conditions can affect how you walk, work, exercise, and sleep, often leading to secondary muscle weakness, joint stiffness, and loss of confidence in movement.
Our Approach to Joint & Limb Pain Management
At Wellspring Pain Clinic, we focus on functional recovery, not just symptom relief. We create a multidisciplinary, evidence-informed care plan tailored to your condition, lifestyle, and goals.
Detailed Assessment
We listen to your story, examine your joints, and may arrange imaging or blood tests to clarify the diagnosis.
Education & Movement Confidence
Understanding your condition helps reduce fear and empowers self-management. You'll learn how to move safely without causing harm.
Physical Rehabilitation
We work closely with physiotherapists and exercise physiologists to:
- Improve joint range of motion
- Strengthen muscles supporting affected joints
- Correct gait, posture, and movement patterns
- Reduce load and protect joints during activity
Psychology & Lifestyle Coaching
Chronic joint pain often affects mental health and quality of life. Our allied health partners can help you:
- Manage pain-related anxiety
- Improve sleep, mood, and pacing
- Rebuild resilience and independence
Interventional Pain Procedures (If Appropriate)
For some patients, we may recommend minimally invasive procedures such as:
- Joint or bursa injections (e.g., corticosteroids or local anaesthetic)
- Nerve blocks – to reduce pain from specific sensory nerves
- Radiofrequency ablation – to target chronic joint pain, e.g., in the knee, hip, or shoulder
- Peripheral nerve stimulation – in selected cases of persistent neuropathic limb pain
Helping You Reduce Reliance on Medications
While medications (such as anti-inflammatories, paracetamol, or topical agents) can provide short-term relief, our aim is to:
- Avoid long-term use of opioids or high-dose medications
- Support movement-based, long-term solutions
- Empower you with practical tools to manage pain without over-relying on tablets or injections
This approach is supported by clinical guidelines, including from the Australian Rheumatology Association and Faculty of Pain Medicine, which encourage a biopsychosocial model in chronic joint pain care.
You Don't Have to Accept Joint Pain as "Just Part of Ageing"
Pain is common—but persistent pain is not something you have to live with forever. Whether your goal is to return to exercise, work, travel, or simply enjoy life with less discomfort, we're here to help. At Wellspring Pain Clinic, we'll guide you with personalised care that respects your body, reduces your pain, and helps you move with more freedom again.
Book a consultation with Wellspring Pain Clinic today