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NZIER Report: Evidence for non-surgical, non-pharmacologic models of care in hip and knee osteoarthritis
Evidence for non-surgical, non-pharmacologic models of care in hip and knee osteoarthritis. Presentation by Philip Kearney, CE, at the New Zealand Osteoarthritis Summit 2022.
Why is Osteoarthritis more common in females?Â
More research needs to be done to better understand the difference between men and women with Osteoarthritis (OA). While there is no simple answer, several factors contribute to the disparity between the sexes, including life expectancy, hormones, joint shape (anatomy), body weight and genetics.
New Zealand Osteoarthritis Summit 2022 | Taumata KaikĹŤiwi Aotearoa
To co-create via active partnerships a National Model of Care for OA, and to develop a list of national priorities in OA research and innovative health delivery.
What do David Seymour and Marama Davidson have in common?
What do Marama Davidson (Green Party Co-leader) and David Seymour (ACT Party Leader) have in common? They both care about people with arthritis…
AGM 2022 to be held online
Arthritis New Zealand members are formally notified that Arthritis New Zealand’s FY2022 Annual General Meeting will be held as follows: Date: Wednesday 30 November 2022Time:  3.15pm– 3.45pmVenue: Online via Zoom Items of Business: APOLOGIES MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS...
Gout Arthritis Talk at Silver Fern Farms
Arthritis NZ gave a Gout Arthritis talk to employees of Silver Fern Farms in Hawera, South Taranaki on Wednesday 31st August.
Can illness trigger arthritis flare-ups?
There is usually a trigger for a flare, and different types of arthritis have different triggers. Respiratory infections like a cold, flu, or COVID-19 are a trigger for autoimmune conditions.
How do I get a mobility parking permit?
You may be eligible for a mobility parking permit. Like a lot of services that help you to manage your arthritis, your GP is the gateway.
What do I need to know before my hip replacement surgery?
You can do a few things to give your hospital stay and recovery process after hip replacement surgery a greater chance of success.
Sharp supports Children’s Camp by raising over $45,000
Sharp supports Children’s Camps by running an annual fundraising golf day that raised over $45,000 for Children’s Camp.