Living Well With Arthritis |
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Workshop Description
Understand arthritis, and learn how to modify your lifestyle to ease chronic pain. This three-and-a-half-week workshop will focus on arthritis basics, pain management, treatment strategies, and how to maintain an active lifestyle.
• Register for this free workshop
• Go to the Discussion Cluster
• Meet the Hosts
Requirements
• Prerequisite Workshop: None
• Workshop Supplies: A notebook
(aka Arthritis Journal)
Workshop Outline
Week One: Understanding arthritis
• The fundamentals of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
• Seeking support from others.
• Identifying pain.
• Functions affected by pain.
Week Two: Treatment Options
• Overview of arthritis treatments.
• Weight control.
• Exercise.
• Short-term relief.
• Alternative therapies.
• Over-the-counter and prescription medications.
• Lifestyle
Week Three: Remaining Positive & Informed
• Focusing on strengths.
• Reviewing research and clinical trials.
• Strategies to manage arthritis.
Wrap-Up: Review & Graduation
• Test your arthritis knowledge.
• Receive your diploma!
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