Arthritis & Injury Care Centre is proud to be a sponsor of the Atlantic Arthritis School Association, a non-profit organization in Nova Scotia.
The Atlantic Arthritis School Association (Arthritis School) is a public service whose mission is to deliver information and education on Osteoarthritis.
What is Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common kind of arthritis, affecting more than three million Canadians. OA occurs when the articular cartilage (the soft cartilage covering the ends of the knee bones) begins to wear away. The cartilage is an essential part of the joint as it acts as a shock absorber and helps the joint move smoothly.
When OA occurs the cartilage erodes, and depending on the progression of the disease, can result in pain, stiffness, and swelling. In severe cases when the cartilage has worn away entirely it can cause the bones to rub together (bone-on-bone movement) and the joints become more painful.
OA is a condition that affects our aging population with disabling pain that can reduce someones quality of live and restrict daily activities. One of the areas of the body most commonly affected is the knee. For more information visit: https://www.arthritisandinjurycare.com/for-patients/#knees-osteoarthritis
Wait Time Facts:
As of July 2015, the surgical wait time for a knee replacement in Halifax is estimated to be approximately 325 days, on average, once a person makes the decision to choose surgery. Hip replacement wait times are approximately 224 days.
The wait time to just see an orthopedic surgeon could be six months to a year.
Arthritis School holds monthly sessions in Dartmouth and Halifax that are FREE and OPEN to the public. These sessions can help to guide people who are experiencing pain through the treatment process by providing education, support, and a comfortable atmosphere in which to ask questions.
Session Speakers Include:
- Physicians
- Registered Dietitian
- Physiotherapists
- Pedorthists
- Kinesiologists
Session Topics Include:
- Nutrition
- Exercise
- Pain Management
- Treatment Options
- And More!
Arthritis School is open to people with Osteoarthritis and their friends or familys who would benefit from having more information on their condition and treatment options.
For more information or to register for a session
please visit their website:
www.arthritisschool.ca
OR email them at [email protected]
By sharing valuable information about innovated treatment options and simply lifestyle changes, the Arthritis School believes that they can help people make educated choices about their health and wellness.
We hope to see you there!
