Understanding the area
About arthritis
Arthritis is a broad term for conditions that affect joints. Different types can have different causes and symptoms, so an accurate medical diagnosis is important.
Physiotherapy may form one part of a care plan by supporting movement, strength, activity and day-to-day function.
Understanding arthritis
This part of the guide introduces important considerations related to understanding arthritis. Your symptoms, health history and activity goals are individual, so a physiotherapist may assess the area and explain which information is relevant to you.
Osteoarthritis
This part of the guide introduces important considerations related to osteoarthritis. Your symptoms, health history and activity goals are individual, so a physiotherapist may assess the area and explain which information is relevant to you.
Rheumatoid and other inflammatory arthritis
This part of the guide introduces important considerations related to rheumatoid and other inflammatory arthritis. Your symptoms, health history and activity goals are individual, so a physiotherapist may assess the area and explain which information is relevant to you.
Activity and rehabilitation
This part of the guide introduces important considerations related to activity and rehabilitation. Your symptoms, health history and activity goals are individual, so a physiotherapist may assess the area and explain which information is relevant to you.
When an assessment may help
If symptoms are limiting movement, work, sleep, exercise or the activities you value, a physiotherapist can assess your individual situation and discuss appropriate next steps.
Important: This page provides general education and does not diagnose a condition or replace medical care. Seek urgent medical attention for a serious injury, severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, new weakness or numbness, or any other medical emergency.
