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MyJointPain.org.au helps those with joint pain - Launched 18 March 2013

 

Osteoarthritis help
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Arthritis Australia in partnership with Bupa Health Foundation* has developed a new Bupa Health Foundation logointeractive website - MyJointPain.org.au -  to help those with joint pain or osteoarthritis better manage their symptoms.
 
It provides information and advice from experts as well as links to healthcare providers in your local area who can assist with care.
 
The site provides effective, evidence based management information and can help you choose the treatment options best for you. To access the website, click on the link below:
 
* We would also like to acknowledge the additional support of AstraZeneca, Google and Pfizer on this project.


MyJointPain - Media Release 18 March 2013

Australian-first solution for osteoarthritis sufferers
International basketball star Lauren Jackson launches world class osteoarthritis tool 

Millions of Australians battling with osteoarthritis and joint pain will benefit from the launch of a world first,
easy-to-use website which offers people a chance to help gain control over their pain.

To read more click on the Media Release




Reviewed and updated March 2013

Reduce obesity and joint injuries to cut the rise in joint replacements


Media Release: 17 May 2013

Escalating rates of joint replacements could be slashed by tackling obesity and preventing sports injuries, according to Arthritis Australia and leading osteoarthritis experts.

“We know that half of all knee replacements for osteoarthritis could be prevented by eliminating obesity and one in five by preventing knee injuries,” said Ainslie Cahill, CEO of Arthritis Australia, in response to new data on osteoarthritis released by the AIHW today.

For the full media release click here



 

Osteoarthritis help
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The site provides effective, evidence based management information and can help you choose the treatment options best for you. To access the website, click on the link below:
 
 

 




Reviewed and updated May 2013

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