Arthritis Management

Exercise Is Medicine for Arthritis

If you have osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis, exercise is the single most important thing you can do for your joints. This may seem counterintuitive — many people worry that exercise will damage their joints further — but research overwhelmingly shows the opposite. Regular, appropriate exercise reduces pain, improves joint stiffness, builds the muscles that support your joints, and can even slow the progression of osteoarthritis. The key is getting the right type and dose of exercise for your specific condition.

Tailored Arthritis Management

I create individualised exercise programmes that are challenging enough to produce meaningful improvements but manageable enough to stick with long-term. Treatment may also include manual therapy to improve joint mobility, education about your condition, weight management advice, and strategies for managing flare-ups. For those considering or awaiting joint replacement, pre-surgical strengthening (prehabilitation) can significantly improve your post-surgical recovery. My goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools to manage your arthritis confidently.

Common Symptoms

• Joint pain that worsens with activity
• Morning stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes
• Swelling or warmth around joints
• Reduced range of movement
• Joint creaking or grinding sensations
• Difficulty with everyday tasks like walking or climbing stairs

How I Treat It

• Strengthening exercises for joint support
• Low-impact cardiovascular exercise guidance
• Joint mobilisation and manual therapy
• Flare-up management strategies
• Weight management advice
• Pre and post joint replacement rehabilitation

What to Expect

• Assessment of joint function and movement
• Education about your type of arthritis
• Personalised exercise programme
• Hands-on treatment to reduce stiffness
• Self-management strategies for daily life
• Long-term plan for maintaining joint health