Question 1

Fatigue Management

Accepted Answer

Click here for Arthritis UK managing Fatigue page:
https://www.arthritis-uk.org/information-and-support/understanding-arthritis/managing-arthritis-symptoms/managing-fatigue/

For more information about fatigue management, download an information leaflet below:

Further Resources:

Nuffield Joint Pain Programme - A six month programme which is designed to help you self-manage your joint pain, with access to Nuffield Facilities and lifestyle advice and exercise sessions. You can refer yourself. Please click the link here: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/about-us/our-impact/healthy-life/joint-pain-programme

Active North Yorkshire - Healthy You - 12 week free weight loss programme and gym access. You can refer yourself. Please click the link here: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/healthy-living/healthy-you

Active North Yorkshire - MSK Hub: The MSK Hub is a free 12 week programme to help support working people that have a reduced ability to work due to musculoskeletal joint pain. You can refer yourself. Please click the link here: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/active-north-yorkshire/lifestyle-and-wellbeing-sessions/help-musculoskeletal-conditions

Question 2

Sleep

Accepted Answer

Coming soon.

Question 3

Emotional Support

Accepted Answer

Coming soon.

Question 4

Exercise Signposting

Accepted Answer

Nuffield Joint Pain Programme - A six month programme which is designed to help you self-manage your joint pain, with access to Nuffield Facilities and lifestyle advice and exercise sessions. You can refer yourself. Please click the link here: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/about-us/our-impact/healthy-life/joint-pain-programme

Active North Yorkshire - Healthy You - 12 week free weight loss programme and gym access. You can refer yourself. Please click the link here: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/healthy-living/healthy-you

Active North Yorkshire - MSK Hub: The MSK Hub is a free 12 week programme to help support working people that have a reduced ability to work due to musculoskeletal joint pain. You can refer yourself. Please click the link here: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/active-north-yorkshire/lifestyle-and-wellbeing-sessions/help-musculoskeletal-conditions

Question 5

Exercise

Accepted Answer

The other tabs on Harrogate Health Hub may be used for specific Joint exercises as advised by your clinician.
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A general exercise programme is suggested for all Rheumatology conditions as this can help relieve stiffness and joint pains. The link below is one suitable for most conditions but if you have any concerns, discuss these with your healthcare professional before taking part in any new activity.

Question 6

Practical Support

Accepted Answer

Coming soon.

Question 7

Flare Care

Accepted Answer

If you are experiencing a flare of joint pain, please click the link below:

Question 8

Lifestyle Advice

Accepted Answer

Coming soon.

Question 9

Hand therapy

Accepted Answer

An app developed by the hand team at Chelsea and Warminster hospitals to improve the quality and care of hand therapy patients.

Rheumatology

Rheumatology Conditions

Axial Spondyloarthritis

Hypermobility

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Gout

Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis

Psoriatic Arthritis

Osteoporosis

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

Reactive arthritis

Please see below for additional information:

Fatigue Management

Sleep

Emotional Support

Exercise Signposting

Exercise

Practical Support

Flare Care

Lifestyle Advice

Hand therapy

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