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Follow the links below to find information on living with arthritis, including exercise, effects on employment and life style and support for people living with arthritis.
For specific information on diet and arthritis, follow the link to the HealthInsite topic page below.
Reviewed April 2009
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Links to information on the relationship between diet and arthritis.
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Ageing - muscles bones and joints
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Better Health Channel
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Muscles, bones and joints are affected by the ageing process. Osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis are more common in older people. Exercise to increase muscle and bone fitness can reduce or reverse the risk of disability and disease.
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Sep 2009
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Arthritis: why exercise can help seniors - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Many people assume that arthritis is only associated with old age and, although other forms of the condition that are just as debilitating affect children and young adults, osteoarthritis is the one that commonly affects older people.
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Aug 2009
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Exercising and arthritis - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Exercise can reduce joint pain and stiffness and increases flexibility, strength and endurance in people with arthritis.
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Aug 2009
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Arthritis: adapting for the workplace - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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You may already be working, need to look for a new job or have been ill for a while and want to re-join the workforce. If you have arthritis, find out how an occupational therapist could help you achieve your full potential at work.
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Aug 2009
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Arthritis: sex and intimacy - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Relationships can be difficult at the best of times, but living with arthritis places a huge stress on any relationship.
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Jul 2009
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Exercise for osteoarthritis of the hip
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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This summary of a Cochrane review presents what we know from research about the effect of exercise for people with osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip....
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Apr 2009
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Arthritis and exercise
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Better Health Channel
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Exercise can have many benefits for people with arthritis. Regular gentle physical activity can reduce some of the symptoms of arthritis and improve joint mobility and strength. Helpful exercises may include dancing, swimming, walking and chair exercises.
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Jan 2009
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Young adults with arthritis
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RealTime Health Pty. Ltd.
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Online videos and DVD's of the personal stories and patient experiences of young adults with arthritis.
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Jan 2009
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Arthritis in childhood
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RealTime Health Pty. Ltd.
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Online videos and DVD's of the personal stories and patient experiences of children with arthritis.
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Jan 2009
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Arthritis and water exercise
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Better Health Channel
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Warm water exercise (hydrotherapy) is helpful for people with arthritis. The resistance of moving through water boosts muscle strength and endurance.
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Dec 2008
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Juvenile arthritis in Australia
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Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
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Juvenile arthritis is one of the common chronic diseases affecting Australian children. The disease contributes significantly to ill health, affecting growth and skeletal maturity of children. The life course of the disease entails a variety of complications, activity limitations and need for regular support and care.
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Oct 2008
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Exercise for osteoarthritis of the knee
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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This summary of a Cochrane review presents what we know from research about the effect of exercise on osteoarthritis (OA)....
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Aug 2008
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Tai Chi and arthritis
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Better Health Channel
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Tai Chi can help manage the symptoms of arthritis. All state Arthritis Foundations in Australia have supported suitable Tai Chi instructors as part of a program for arthritis. Many people have gained health benefits and relief from their conditions by practicing Tai Chi.
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Jun 2008
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Exercise therapy in juvenile idiopathic arthritis
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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This summary presents what we know from research about the effect of exercise therapy in JIA. The review shows that in children with JIA, exercise may not lead to any difference in a child's ability to function or move their joints fully, the number of ...
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Dec 2007
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Post-operative therapy for metacarpophalangeal arthroplasty
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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This summay of a Cochrane review presents what we know from research about the effect of post-operative therapy for metacarpophalangeal (MCP) arthroplasty. The review shows that in people with RA:...
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Oct 2007
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