The Arthritis Society In The News

Here you will find news on the latest happenings of The Arthritis Society. Please visit this page often, as it is updated regularly.

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Is Your Joint Pain Osteoarthritis?

News Canada, January 2012

Joint pain is a daily reality for millions of Canadians, but unfortunately many never follow up with their health-care provider. Some think it's an inevitable part of aging, others hope it will go away. More...

Walking helps banish the blues

News Canada, January 2012

Starting and maintaining an exercise program can be difficult for anyone experiencing joint pain. If there were ever a reason not to be physically active, the short, cold days of winter would seem to be it. Like all barriers, though, this one can be overcome. More...

Stay in shape with winter exercise

North Shore News, 19 December 2011

While bundling up in front of a crackling fireplace has its appeal, taking a brisk walk on a crisp, sunny day beforehand will make it that much more enjoyable. More...

The food you eat affects your arthritis

Zoomer, 11 December 2011

Research has shown that healthy eating habits play a vital role in managing arthritis symptoms. For example, if you are overweight and have arthritis, one of the most important things you can do to help yourself is to look at a change in diet to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight. More...

Don’t let arthritis come between you and your garden

www.torontonursinghomes.com, 26 July 2011

Spring is a time of renewal. Hundreds of thousands of Canadians mark this rite of passage every year by raking, pruning and planting to make their gardens beautiful. Yet for the more than four million Canadians living with arthritis, the bending, stretching and lifting that gardening entails can seem daunting. More...

French

Les aliments qui atténuent les symptômes de l’arthrite

La Grande Epoque, 8 May 2011

La recherche a révélé que l’adoption de saines habitudes alimentaires est un aspect essentiel de la prise en charge de l’arthrite. Par exemple, si vous êtes en surpoids et que vous souffrez d’arthrite, manger plus sainement est l’un des facteurs les plus importants pour atteindre et maintenir un poids santé. More...