Rheumatoid Arthritis vs. Osteoarthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis vs. Osteoarthritis

By Sophie Hellings, Physiotherapist Having been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, many people have asked, what is the difference between rheumatoid and osteoarthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects about 0.5% of the population and is an autoimmune disorder...
Clinical Pilates for Arthritis

Clinical Pilates for Arthritis

Will Clinical Pilates Help My Arthritis? By Jane Leslie, Physiotherapist Well for starters, Clinical Pilates is exercise and exercise is well supported and widely recommended as a vital part of your arthritis management. In general, be it range of motion, strength,...
Arthritis: There’s Lots You Can Do About It

Arthritis: There’s Lots You Can Do About It

What’s the best way to manage my arthritis?  The first question to ask is: “Which form of arthritis do I have?” If you are battling along in silence with joint symptoms and not quite sure of the diagnosis, be sure to consult your GP or Physiotherapist. There are...
Not Only Runners Get Worn Out Hips

Not Only Runners Get Worn Out Hips

Hips – The Unsung Heroes (the hipsters of the joint world) By Adam, Physiotherapist Your hips are involved in almost everything you do, and in every way that you move. They are the workhorses of your body, silently carrying you around without fuss and fanfare....