Arthritis Insights

Learn how you can lessen joint pain and other health risks by managing weight. Most people know that maintaining a healthy weight is important for their overall health and wellbeing. Despite this, over 63% of Australian adults are overweight or obese, making it the second highest contributor to the burden...

On Tuesday, 21st March 2023, Arthritis Australia and the Juvenile Arthritis Foundation Australia (JAFA) issued a media release warning of a looming crisis in arthritis that could hit the community and the economy hard. The media release comes at a time when the number of people living with arthritis...

The use of assistive devices is becoming more common for people with a range of chronic conditions. They can also be very useful for people with arthritis. We asked Occupational Therapist Katherine Curcuruto to tell us more. As an occupational therapist, a great part of my job is increasing...

Small changes can make a huge difference Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune, chronic inflammatory condition that primarily affects the joints of the body. The best management of RA is a holistic approach – including both medical and therapeutic interventions. What is the role of Occupational Therapy in RA?...

Arthritis is a painful condition that impacts many Australians. But, there are methods we can put in place to help manage arthritis and reduce the pain it can cause. One of the most common and effective of these treatments is exercise. Arthritis Before we dive into the benefits of...

The Hips are one of the most common places in the body which can be affected by arthritis. Almost every type of arthritis (remember there are over 120 different types) can impact the hip and cause pain, stiffness, swelling and inflammation. These symptoms can make it very hard to...

It is not uncommon for someone living with arthritis to be diagnosed with more than one arthritic condition. While treatments for each type of arthritis can vary, there are ways you can help to manage your arthritis no matter the type of arthritis you have. Assemble your healthcare team...

There are many types of arthritis, and the way your arthritis is treated can vary depending on which type you have. So, it is very important to make sure you get the right diagnosis. How do I know if I have arthritis? There are many different reasons why your...