Arthritis KEYS Program for Osteoarthritis – NORTH BEACH
North Beach Community Centre, 7A Kitchener Street, North Beach, Western Australia
Thursday 17 October 2024 10:30am – 1:00pm
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Event dates: Thurs 17 Oct – 21 Nov 2024 (6 weeks)
Arthritis KEYS Programs aims to empower people to live well with arthritis. Led by health professionals, the programs will teach you about strategies and skills to assist you in managing your arthritis effectively.
You will:
✓ Acquire practical skills and strategies to care for your joints, manage arthritis-related symptoms, and improve your overall quality of life.
✓ Learn practical skills necessary to engage in safe and effective exercise routines.
✓ Learn about medical management options for pain, including analgesic medications, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs).
✓ As well as complementary and alternative medicines, common supplements and rubs, and invasive medical procedures.
✓ Gain knowledge on nutrition, weight management, and a balanced lifestyle.
✓ Understand the importance of social support, accessing resources, and seeking professional help.
Booking is Essential! Limited places are available.
Cost: $35 per person or ($40 with a partner/support person) for the entire 6-week course.
Registrations close Tuesday 15 October at 5 pm