Lower Hutt: Free arthritis and pain seminar
Do you have joint pain associated with osteoarthritis, or any other condition, and would like to find out more about it? Join us at this seminar and learn more. Everyone is welcome, but registrations are essential.
Date: Tuesday 29 May
Time: 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Venue: Knox Church, 574 High St, Lower Hutt
Speakers:
● Dr Giresh Kanji, Pain Specialist
● Mr Russell Tregonning, Orthopaedic Surgeon
● Rob Cashman, Physiotherapist
Please email Anatoa.Tekira@arthritis.org.nz or call us toll free on 0800 663 463 to find out more or register.
This seminar is made possible with sponsorship from Pfizer New Zealand.
Please note, we will also be holding this seminar on 12 June in Kilbirnie and 26 June in Porirua. Please contact us for more information.
Read MoreNew Zealand Health Report: Chronic Pain
A recent phone poll of over 1,600 New Zealand adults commissioned by Pfizer New Zealand in partnership with Arthritis New Zealand shows that many people who experience chronic pain feel their condition is misunderstood by society and sometimes by healthcare professionals.
Chronic pain is a complex condition to treat because it is present among many illnesses, from arthritis, cancer, fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis to other musculoskeletal pain disorders.
The Pfizer New Zealand Health Report: Chronic Pain, released today, found that one in eight (12%) New Zealand respondents are affected by chronic pain, and 65 per cent of those with chronic pain said other people often or sometimes doubted the reality of their pain. Thirty-five per cent of all respondents agreed with the statement that chronic pain is used as an excuse for people who don’t want to work.
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The countdown is on but there’s still time to register for our Conference!
We’re now just one week out from our first Conference! If you haven’t yet registered there is still time.
The programme [PDF 320kb] offers an engaging and informative day, with topics covering a wide range of areas of interest. Come and share your experiences and learn more from some of New Zealand’s leading researchers and specialists.
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| 9.00-9.05 | Opening and Introductions Sandra Kirby, Chief Executive, Arthritis New Zealand |
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| 9:05 – 9:30 | Hon Jo Goodhew Assoc Minister of Health, Minister of Community and Voluntary Sector |
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| 9.30-10:00 | Keynote address: Rheumatology worldwide, latest research in rheumatology Assoc Prof Lisa Stamp |
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| 10:00-10.30 | Arthritis New Zealand – What services do people with arthritis need?Sandra Kirby, Chief Executive, Arthritis New Zealand | ||
| 10.30-11.00 | Morning tea | ||
| 11.00-11.30 | The Pain Report (Pfizer) | ||
| 11.30-12.00 | Exercises and rehabilitation in inflammatory arthritis Dr Peter Larmer |
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| 12.00-12:30 | The foot in rheumatology (gout, RA, and the podiatric rheumatology service at CMDHB), Prof Keith Rome | ||
| 12.30-1.30 | Lunch | ||
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| Stream A Self-management | Stream B Condition-specific | Stream C Complementary therapies | |
| 1.30-2.00 | Pain management: practical tools and exercises Catherine Swift, OT Arthritis Educator | Arthritis in children Assoc Prof Lisa Stamp | Nutrition and arthritis Linda Outhwaite, Clinical Nutritionist |
| 2.00-2.30 | Sleeping well – strategies and techniques for people with arthritis Georgina Greville, RN, Arthritis Educator | Gout in Auckland Maori and Pacific Island communities Arthritis Educators: Jane Messer RN, Amelia Peihopa, George Vea | Acupuncture for pain management in arthritis Dr Peter Larmer |
| 2.30-3.00 | Joint protection Vanessa Stone, OT Arthritis Educator | Osteoarthritis Dave Cox, RN Arthritis Educator | Osteopathic treatments for arthritis DO Greg Wade |
| 3.00-3.15 | Afternoon tea | ||
| 3.15-3.45 | Living positively with arthritis – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Leona Didsbury, Procare | Psoriatic Arthritis Dr Rajif Gupta | Yoga Therapy for Arthritis: tools for everyday lifeVandana Kapadia Yoga Practitioner |
| 3.45-4.15 | Hands – exercises and hand support Edel Kelly, Hand Therapist | Fibromyalgia Dr Ros Vallings | Tai Chi for arthritis – practical demonstrations Hazel Thompson, Master Practitioner |
| 4.20- 4.50 | Panel | ||
| 4.50-5.00 | Closing of the conference | ||
Your invitation as a PDF. (PDF 383KB)
Thank you for your interest in the Arthritis New Zealand Conference.
The registration form is available to download in PDF [38kb] and Word [96kb] formats. When completed, please return to Karen.Baker@arthritis.org.nz or fax to (04) 472 7066.
More information about our keynote speakers:
Professor Keith Rome
Auckland University of Technology, Auckland
Professor Keith Rome was awarded a Master of Science Degree in Research Methodology for Physical Therapists from Kings College London and in 2000 was awarded a PhD from the University of Teesside, UK. In 2007 he was appointed a Professor in Podiatry to AUT University, New Zealand. Keith is responsible in developing and implementing a podiatric research strategy for the School of Podiatry and works in collaboration with colleagues within the Health & Rehabilitation Research Institute, where he is also a co-director. Keith has a number of international links with colleagues in USA, UK and Europe.
Keith has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and has an important role in developing links to key stake-holders in New Zealand with a number of projects within the area of footwear, gout and rheumatoid arthritis. He is on the editorial board of three international peer-reviewed journals and writes regularly for Foot & Ankle Review.
Associate Professor Lisa Stamp
University of Otago, Christchurch
After completing undergraduate medical studies at Otago, Associate Professor Stamp undertook advanced training in Rheumatology in Christchurch, Auckland and Adelaide. She subsequently completed her PhD at the University of Adelaide in Australia. She has published almost 60 papers in high-impact journals, received major awards in her field and has attracted significant grants from the Health Research Council and other funding bodies.
Associate Professor Stamp’s research interests include how best to tailor drug treatments for rheumatic conditions such as gout and rheumatoid arthritis for individual patients and determining the role of the immune system messenger interleukin-17 and other pro-inflammatory mediators in these diseases.
In January 2012 Associate Professor Lisa Stamp was awarded the Rowheath Trust Award and Carl Smith Medal in recognition of her outstanding research performance at the University of Otago.
Dr Peter Larmer
Auckland University of Technology, Auckland
Peter completed his Master thesis investigating the development of practice guidelines for the physiotherapy management of ankle sprains. His Doctoral thesis investigated outcomes around patient perceptions and performance of physical tasks following ankle sprains using a mixed methods approach. Peter is the current Head, School of Rehabilitation and Occupation Studies, Auckland University of Technology.
Peter has been involved in a number of systematic reviews. His current research focus is around osteoarthritis and health outcome measures.
Dr Rosamund Vallings
Dr Rosamund Vallings has over three decades experience in the field of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and is one of New Zealand’s leading authority on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome . She was recognised by the Queen in the 2008 New Year Honours when awarded the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM).
Hamilton: Free gout day
Do you live with gout? Does someone you care about live with gout? If yes, join us at this free community event for all those who are interested in learning more about gout and its management.
Morning presentations will include information on what is gout, medication, nutrition, and how to stop gout ruling your life. The afternoon will include uric acid testing and more.
Have your questions and concerns addressed and meet others in a similar situation. Everyone is welcome.
Lunch is provided. Registrations are essential.
Date: Wednesday 30 May, 2012
Time: 9am – 3pm
Venue: Western Community Centre, 46 Hyde Ave, Nawton
To register or find out more, please contact Catherine at Arthritis New Zealand on 07 829 4538 or toll free on 0800 663 463 or email Catherine.Swift@arthritis.org.nz.
Funded by the Waikato WDFF Karamu Trust.
Read MoreTokoroa: Free pain management seminar
Do you have chronic pain associated with gout, osteoarthritis, or any other condition, and would like to find out more about it?
Join guest speaker Dr Peter Jones from the Waikato Rheumatology Department at this seminar, as he covers topics designed to assist and inform people about how to manage your pain.
Have your questions and concerns addressed and meet others in a similar situation. Everyone is welcome but please register.
Date: Wednesday 27 June, 2012
Time: 3pm – 5pm
Venue: South Waikato Pacific Island Community Services
1 Maraetai Road, Tokoroa
To register or find out more, please contact Catherine at Arthritis New Zealand on 07 829 4538 or toll free on 0800 663 463 or email Catherine.Swift@arthritis.org.nz.
Supported by South Waikato Pacific Island Community Services.
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