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Is my Arthritic knee Osteoarthritis (OA), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), or Both?
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Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Knee: Understanding the Differences Knee pain can significantly impact your daily life, but understanding its cause is essential for effective treatment. Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) are two of the most common types of arthritis that affect the knee. While they share some symptoms, they have distinct differences…
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Exercising with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
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Exercise and Rheumatoid Arthritis: Benefits, Limitations, and My Top Success Tips Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. Lesser-known symptoms include eye issues and skin problems. While exercising with RA can be challenging, research shows that physical activity can help manage symptoms and improve overall health. In…
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Rheumatoid arthritis – 7 symptoms you might not expect.
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Lesser-Known Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis & Treatment Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder that can cause chronic inflammation and joint damage. While joint pain is well known, RA also presents with other lesser-known symptoms. Recognizing these early signs is crucial for timely diagnosis and effective treatment. Lesser-Known Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis Understanding these symptoms…
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Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis: Key Differences & Treatments
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Osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are two common types of arthritis that affect millions worldwide. While both cause joint pain and stiffness, their causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches differ significantly. Understanding these differences can help in managing symptoms effectively and seeking the right treatment. What Is Osteoarthritis (OA)? OA is a degenerative joint disease…
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Exercising with Osteoarthritis: Benefits & 6 Essential Tips
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Experience and research have shown that graded exercise benefits people with osteoarthritis (OA). However, many patients seek my advice after worsening their pain with the wrong exercises. This often discourages them from trying again. In this blog, we explore the benefits of exercise for OA and provide six expert tips to help you exercise safely…
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Best Exercises for Osteoarthritis: Choose Wisely to Protect Your Joints
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Most of us know that exercise benefits osteoarthritic (OA) joints, but it’s not as simple as just moving more. To prevent flare-ups and discomfort, it’s crucial to choose the right type of exercise. In this blog, we explore the best forms of exercise for OA, helping you make informed decisions for your joint health. Understanding…
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Understanding Osteoarthritis: Causes, Symptoms & Effective Treatments
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Osteoarthritis is a condition I frequently see in my clinic, and rightly so. Too many people assume that once diagnosed, they have no choice but to endure the pain until surgery becomes inevitable. This is simply not true. With the right advice and exercises, you can achieve life-changing results. In this blog, we’ll explore osteoarthritis…
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In pain at your desk? Try these easy ideas.
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It’s hard enough to get through a day’s work as it is without being in pain. That’s where I can help. There lots that you can do to prevent pain or resolve it. Make a start with these 4 easy Tips and exercises to get you sitting comfortably. 1. Sit Properly It’s just so easy…
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Good posture – should it be this difficult?
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Gone are the days of ‘chest out shoulders back’. The perfect posture is much more subtle than this, these extreme postural corrections we realise are not at all helpful and can ultimately create more problems. Whilst in the long term it should feel effortless initially it won’t – far from it! Benefits of good posture…
Is Your Posture Causing You Pain?