Arthritis Management
Arthritis does not have to mean giving up the activities you enjoy. Physiotherapy and exercise are the most effective ways to manage arthritis symptoms, maintain mobility, and improve your quality of life — without relying on medication alone.
With Naveen Ramakrishnan (MCSP HCPC) — Chartered Physiotherapist
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
Ready to Get Help?
Book an initial assessment and take the first step towards recovery. Available as a home visit across Liverpool and Merseyside, or via online consultation.
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Get in Touch
Not sure if physiotherapy is right for you? I am happy to have a quick chat to discuss your condition.
Arthritis Management: common questions
A home visit is £90 and an online consultation is £60, both for a full hour. That is the whole cost — no assessment surcharge, no travel fee, and no obligation to book a block of sessions up front.
Yes. Home visits cover Liverpool, Merseyside, Wirral, Warrington and Knowsley, and I bring the equipment needed for assessment and hands-on treatment. Being seen at home also lets me look at the stairs, chair, bed or workstation that may be feeding the problem.
It varies with the cause and how long it has been going on. Many people with a straightforward presentation improve within four to six sessions, while longer-standing or more complex problems take longer. You will get an honest estimate after your first assessment, including if I think you would be better served by another professional.
No. Physiotherapists are first-contact practitioners, so you can book directly. If your assessment suggests something that needs a GP, a scan or an onward referral, I will tell you and put that in writing for you to take to them.
Ready to Get Started?
Book your initial assessment today and take the first step towards recovery.