WE CAN HELP... AND SO CAN YOU!
Having a musculoskeletal condition does not mean giving up an
active life. With management, people with arthritis and osteoporosis
can continue to achieve high levels of normal activity.
WHY ARE WE HERE?
Arthritis ACT is dedicated to providing and promoting:
Self Management Courses
These provide people with the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to manage and control their condition. Find out more about Self Management Courses.
Support
A variety of groups meet regularly. These provide the opportunity to share information and encouragement in living effectively with a chronic condition. Find out more about support groups.
Exercise "Move it or lose it."
Regular exercise is critical for the maintenance of joint mobility and strength as well as to prevent falls which can lead to fracture. Find out more about exercise.
Warm Water Exercise
Is offered in three hydrotherapy pools in Canberra. Water based exercise is particularly beneficial for those with musculoskeletal conditions. Being non-weight bearing it is kind to sore joints. Find out more about Warm Water Exercise.
Seminars
Regular seminars and workshops on a variety of topics. See our events page for current and upcoming seminars.
Library
Books, journals and videos relevant to people with musculoskeletal conditions. Find out more about our library.
Telephone information and support.
Find out more about our Telephone Information and Support.
Brochures and printed information.
Download our brochure or contact us for a copy.
Newsletter
Regular updates via our Newsletter produced quarterly for
members.
Education and Training opportunities
For GPs, health professionals and peer educators to enhance their capacity to prevent and reduce the impact of arthritis, osteoporosis and related conditions.
Health Promotion Programs
To raise community awareness about musculoskeletal conditions.
Lobbying Government
About the needs of people with musculoskeletal conditions.
Research
Arthritis ACT encourages and supports local research
activity and contributes to national research. Find out more about research.