Living with Arthritis

Follow the links below to find information on living with arthritis, including exercise, effects on employment and life style and support services.

For specific information on diet and arthritis, follow the link to the HealthInsite topic page below. For information about the effects of exercise on arthritis, follow the links from the Exercise Therapy for Arthritis [HealthInsite Topic Page].

Updated September 2011

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Title:   10 steps for living well with arthritis
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet details 10 key steps that will put you on the path to managing your arthritis by taking an active role in understanding and treating your condition.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Taking control of your psoriatic arthritis : a practical guide to treatments, services and lifestyle choices
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet is to help people with psoriatic arthritis better understand their condition and manage their symptoms so they can continue to lead active, healthy lives. The booklet provides information and practical advice about working with your healthcare team, choosing appropriate foods and activities, understanding arthritis medicines and finding support.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Taking control of your osteoarthritis : a practical guide to treatments, services and lifestyle choices
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet is to help people with osteoarthritis better understand their condition and manage their symptoms so they can continue to lead an active, healthy life. The booklet provides information and practical advice about working with your healthcare team, choosing appropriate foods and activities, understanding arthritis medicines and finding support.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Taking control of your rheumatoid arthritis : a practical guide to treatments, services and lifestyle choices
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet is to help people with rheumatoid arthritis better understand their condition and manage their symptoms so they can continue to lead active, healthy lives. The booklet provides information and practical advice on working with your healthcare team, choosing appropriate foods and activities, understanding arthritis medicines and finding support.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Personal Stories about Arthritis
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to personal stories about living with arthritis.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   Stepping out: a guide for young adults with arthritis
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   It can be difficult to find information about how arthritis affects your life when you are a young adult. This booklet has been written for young adults living with arthritis. It includes information about the daily impacts of living with arthritis and ways of overcoming the challenges you may face in areas of your life such as relationships, work, study and pregnancy.
Date:   Feb 2011
Title:   The ignored majority. The voice of arthritis 2011: a national survey to discover the impact of arthritis on Australians
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This report outlines the findings of The Voice of Arthritis 2011 community based survey of over 1000 Australians living with arthritis. The main purpose of the survey was to find out how arthritis affected people at home and work and what factors were associated with good and bad outcomes.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Taking control of your ankylosing spondylitis : a practical guide to treatments, services and lifestyle choices
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet is to help people with ankylosing spondylitis better understand their condition and manage their symptoms so they can continue to lead an active, healthy life. The booklet provides information and practical advice on working with your healthcare team, choosing appropriate foods and activities, understanding arthritis medicines and finding support.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Dealing with pain
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   Living with pain can be one of the hardest parts of having arthritis. This information sheet about dealing with pain includes information on understanding the pain cycle and learning techniques that may help with the pain.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Arthritis and emotions
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet provides details about the risks and impact of depression in people with arthritis. It includes general information about the symptoms of depression, the link between depression and arthritis and treatment options for managing depression.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Sex and arthritis
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   Sometimes the physical and emotional symptoms of arthritis can affect relationships, including sexual expression and enjoyment. This information sheet provides general information about how to maintain sexual intimacy while living with arthritis.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Saving energy
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet provides details about managing fatigue and conserving energy for people with arthritis. It includes general information about making daily tasks easier and taking pressure off joints affected by arthritis.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Primary carers of people with arthritis and osteoporosis
Publisher:   Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW)
Description:   Family members provide significant assistance to people with disability associated with arthritis and osteoporosis, to help them cope with their restrictions and continue independent living.The demand of caring can also have a significant impact on the health and wellbeing of carers themselves.
Date:   May 2010
Title:   At home with arthritis: simple steps for managing in the home
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   When you have arthritis, joint pain and weakness can make normal activities around the home difficult. This booklet provides information on incorporating techniques into your daily life to reduce joint stress and pain and find a balance between activity and rest. It includes information on aids and equipment that can make daily tasks simpler and less tiring.
Date:   Mar 2010
Title:   Women's insights into rheumatoid arthritis
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet recounts the personal experiences of 12 Australian women living with rheumatoid arthritis as they share their insights into the disease with Australia's female federal politicians.
Date:   Jan 2010
Title:   Osteoarthritis self-care - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Osteoarthritis is a form of arthritis in which your joint cartilage becomes damaged, and affected joints are painful and stiff. Find out what products are available for osteoarthritis.
Date:   Dec 2009
Title:   Juvenile arthritis a teacher's guide
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   In Australia one child in every 1000 has juvenile arthritis. Teachers and schools can play a major role in helping children and adolescents manage their arthritis and get the most out of their lives. This booklet helps teachers to understand what juvenile arthritis is and how they can make a difference to students with the condition.
Date:   Oct 2009
Title:   Arthritis: why exercise can help seniors - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   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.
Date:   Aug 2009
Title:   Arthritis: aids and equipment to help - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Find out how home care and lifestyle aids can help people with arthritis maintain their independence.
Date:   Aug 2009
Title:   Exercising and arthritis - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Exercise can reduce joint pain and stiffness and increases flexibility, strength and endurance in people with arthritis.
Date:   Aug 2009

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