Events Calendar
Join a group share your hints, tips and experiences with others about how you can manage your arthritis with confidence. We run multiple groups each month online using the platform zoom. The topic for this group is: Therapies for arthritis Our online groups are designed with accessibility in mind, and we are pleased to now offer closed captions to our online events. To participate in our events you will need an internet connection, but use of video is optional. We have prepared zoom setup guides to make attendance easier, so do not hesitate to contact us if you require additional support. To take part please email: events@arthritisaction.org.uk or telephone 0203 781 7120 and we will email you the joining details to use on the day. In this webinar, we will discuss how to prepare for joint replacement surgery, what you can expect on the day, and how best to manage your recovery. Arthritis Action’s Medical Advisor, Honorary Consultant Rheumatologist Dr Wendy Holden will speak to Arthritis Action Volunteer Rebecca Sadri about her experience of arthritis, and how she prepared for, and recovered from her hip replacement surgery. The webinar will include a Q&A session. Don’t miss the unique opportunity to ask Dr Holden your questions on the day. Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eol4EDacQGmY59NtwFS2SQ# For more information, please email us: webinar@arthritisaction.org.uk About the Speakers: Dr Wendy Holden is an Honorary Consultant Rheumatologist at North Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Arthritis Actions Medical Advisor. As well as being a hospital consultant, Wendy has additional training in pain management, acupuncture and osteopathy and won a national award as Healthcare Champion from the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society in 2011. She has a particular interest in the role of self-management alongside conventional medical care for arthritis. Rebecca Sadri is a University Lecturer and Arthritis Action Volunteer. She is also a long-time attendee of our Online Arthritis Action groups, and has recently had bilateral hip replacement surgery. Join a group share your hints, tips and experiences with others about how you can manage your arthritis with confidence. We run multiple groups each month online using the platform zoom. The topic for this group is: Hobbies and activities Our online groups are designed with accessibility in mind, and we are pleased to now offer closed captions to our online events. To participate in our events you will need an internet connection, but use of video is optional. We have prepared zoom setup guides to make attendance easier, so do not hesitate to contact us if you require additional support. To take part please email: events@arthritisaction.org.uk or telephone 0203 781 7120 and we will email you the joining details to use on the day. Join our Arthritis & Me online group to share your hints, tips and experiences with others – we cover areas such as student life, working, socialising, parenting and relationships. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have lived with arthritis for a while, our groups, aimed at people of working age, will be a great opportunity to meet others in a similar situation to you in a welcoming and inclusive environment. To take part, please email events@arthritisaction.org.uk or telephone 0203 781 7120 and we will email you the joining details to use on the day. Please note, these groups are for people over the age of 18. Join a group share your hints, tips and experiences with others about how you can manage your arthritis with confidence. We run multiple groups each month online using the platform zoom. The topic for this group is: Hobbies and activities Our online groups are designed with accessibility in mind, and we are pleased to now offer closed captions to our online events. To participate in our events you will need an internet connection, but use of video is optional. We have prepared zoom setup guides to make attendance easier, so do not hesitate to contact us if you require additional support. To take part please email: events@arthritisaction.org.uk or telephone 0203 781 7120 and we will email you the joining details to use on the day.