Media Release

Aug 18:

The Emirates Arthritis Foundation is hosting three free seminars for Arthritis Patients and their spouses in September.  The Seminars are based on the program developed by the Canadian Arthritis Foundation and will be led by a qualified occupational therapist.

The Seminars will take place at the Fairmont on the 5th, 12th and 19th (consecutive Tuesdays) of September from 7:00 - 8:30.  Food and drinks will be provided.

Program Content

Topics in detail:

SESSION 1 -   by (Kathryn Ronalds)

Welcome & Introduction

• Group Purpose (educate & empower) 
• Introduction to Topics
• General Definition of Support Groups
• What do participants want out of ASMP group?
• Group Rules re: etiquette

General Discussion on Arthritis

• General statistics
• Different types
• Disease process

Managing Daily Activities

• Fighting fatigue
• Joint protection principles
• Finding your own solutions
• Support devices

Emotional Issues

• Emotional impact of Arthritis
• Arthritis & Cycle of Grief
• Coping Strategies

SESSION 2-  by (Kathryn Ronalds, Physiotherapist and Nutritionist)

Exercise

• Basic Exercise Guidelines
• Specific Recommended Arthritis Exercises & Demonstration
• Link between Exercise and Mobility (use it or lose it)
• Making Exercise Part of Your Life

Diet

• Can what you eat cause arthritis? 
• Will diet help arthritis?
• Healthy Eating and Nutrition
• Need for Weight Control (cycle explanation)
• Provide Quick Fact Sheet

SESSION 3-   by (Kathryn Ronalds, rheumatologists from various hospitals/clinics will facilitate discussion)

Pain Management:

• Types of Pain (acute vs. chronic)
• Pain Cycle
• Stress and Pain
• Pain Management (medication & non-medication)

Rheumatology Medications:

•  How is rheumatoid arthritis treated?
•  What are the different types of rheumatology medications?
•  What are some of the latest treatments for rheumatoid arthritis?

• Wrap-up
• Mini Survey
• Next Steps

PLACES ARE LIMITED.  IF YOU ARE  INTERESTED PLEASE EMAIL CAROL AT carol@arthritis.ae OR CALL 04 3300444  AND LEAVE A MESSAGE CONFIRMING ATTENDANCE.