Osteoarthritis support
For a previously diagnosed, stable osteoarthritis problem, a review can help address everyday pain, stiffness and function.
Common symptoms
- Aching in a previously diagnosed joint
- Stiffness
- Activity-related limitations
A useful care conversation
Describe which joint is affected, what activities are difficult and whether the current pattern is familiar. Share your existing plan and medicines. The clinician can discuss symptom management and whether a change requires an examination; new joint pain should not be assumed to be osteoarthritis.
When to seek more care
- Get prompt in-person assessment for a hot or markedly swollen joint, fever, deformity, severe pain or loss of function.
General educational information, not a diagnosis or a complete symptom checker. The right care depends on your circumstances.
For an emergency, call 911. Do not wait for a Tap reply or send a photo first.
About this information
Adapted from Tap’s published care-topic library. Original publication: 2025-01-01. Prepared for this guide: 2026-09-07. Preparation is not a clinical-review certification.
The clinician decides whether advice, testing, an examination or a prescription is appropriate. A listed topic does not guarantee remote treatment or a refill. Tap does not prescribe controlled substances.