Do you suffer with:
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Paget’s disease
- Lupus
- Fibromyalgia
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Hypermobility?
What is the difference between Osteo and Rheumatoid Arthritis?
OSTEOARTHRITIS is one of the most common types of arthritis. It affects the cartilage, which cushions the ends of the bones. Gradually the cartilage thins and may even breakdown, leaving the ends of the bone unprotected. Osteoarthritis is often referred to as wear and tear.
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS is a serious disease. It is a chronic, progressive and disabling auto-immune disease that causes inflammation of multiple joints. The resulting inflammation leads to swelling, pain and stiffness in several joints simultaneously. In the long term if this is left untreated it can lead to severe damage and deformity of the joint.
A Physiotherapy expert can help you get the most out of life.
- Helping you understand your condition and medication
- Helping you know how and when to exercise to maintain the lifestyle you enjoy
- Guiding and supporting you through flare ups and difficult times
Jacqui Adams the regional Rheumatology Physiotherapy Specialist is part of our team and can help you
- understand your condition
- keep fit and active
- stay in work
- maintain independence
- continue to exercise with a tailor made programme
Manage your long term condition knowing you have support.
