There can be many causes of sudden onset joint pain in multiple joints. Acute joint pain and swelling Acute joint pain doesn’t last long. Acute joint pain can be caused by: Injury, such as strains and sprains. Overuse of the joint: repetitive use. Gout Infection in the joint. Viruses such as hepatitis B, glandular fever, or parvovirus. Other illnesses, such as COVID-19 or flu. Acute joint pain and swelling can be dangerous if not treated on time. If you notice that you are suffering from acute joint pain and swelling, you can seek help from GP Glenroy. Chronic joint pain and swelling A rheumatic condition may cause chronic joint pain and swelling. This impacts your tendons, joints, muscles, and bones. There are various rheumatic conditions such as: Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Gout Lupus Treatment for joint pain and stiffness To get rid of joint pain and swelling, you can have a variety of treatment options. If you are struggling with long-term joint pain and swelling, doctors at Magnus Medical will diagnose the root cause. They will create a treatment plan, which may include exercise. The exercises you perform should be gentle on your joints. You can talk to a physiotherapist for physiotherapy Glenroy.