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Having a good understanding of your condition will help you know about your treatment options and why exercise and other self-management methods are important. It will also mean youre in a good position to get the most out of your appointments with healthcare professionals.

If youre ever struggling with any aspects of managing your arthritis, or notice new symptoms, you should see a GP. They could also refer you to another relevant healthcare professional.

This could include a physiotherapist, who is trained to help you with exercise and help you maintain movement and function of any part of your body affected by arthritis.

Alternatively, you might benefit from seeing an occupational therapist. These are professionals who could help you overcome the difficulties that your condition might cause, by providing practical solutions.

You can be referred to physiotherapists and occupational therapists on the NHS through your GP. If you are struggling with every-day tasks at home, you may be able to get access to an occupational therapist through your local social services department.

Or you can search for private physiotherapists and occupational therapists near you through the following websites:

Its difficult to say for certain how arthritis will affect you over time. In some types of arthritis symptoms can come and go.

Most people with arthritis dont have major mobility problems, and effective treatment will help reduce the risk of joint damage, even in more severe cases.

There is plenty you can do to remain positive and proactive in all aspects of managing your arthritis and your overall health.

If youre worried about what impact arthritis will have on your working life, its important to know that you have rights and options.

If you work your arthritis might mean that you need to change aspects of your job or even train for a different role.

Your employer has a duty to make sure that your arthritis doesnt make it difficult for you to do your job, or that youre uncomfortable at work. Having a chat with your manager about your condition, how it affects you, and how your employer might be able to help you is a useful first step to unlock the rights and support youre entitled to by law.

Being in pain from arthritis can often lead to anxiety and depression. Its important to tackle feelings like this, because they can affect how well you manage your condition.

Talking to your partner, relative, friend, or a doctor can really help. You might find it helpful to try something like cognitive behaviour therapy, or mindfulness. These are talking therapies that have helped people cope better with the effects of arthritis.

If you have arthritis it does have the potential to have an impact on your quality of life. However, with the right treatment, support, knowledge and approach, you will be able to live a fulfilling, happy and successful life.

The more youre able to stay physically and socially active the more control youll have over your life, and the less control arthritis will have over you.

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Arthritis | Causes, symptoms, treatment | Versus Arthritis

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