Featuring Dr. John Wade, MD, FRCPC Vancouver, BC

Gout Treatment Side Effects

Common symptoms

  • Joint pain and tenderness
  • Swelling in the joints
  • Morning stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes
  • Fatigue and weakness
  • Low-grade fever
  • Reduced range of motion

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the lining of the joints. This causes inflammation, pain, swelling, and stiffness, most commonly in the hands, wrists, feet, and knees.

Rheumatoid Arthritis can affect joints on both sides of the body (for example, both wrists or both knees), which helps distinguish it from some other types of arthritis.

Arthritic Nutrition: MINDS MUSCLE MEALS

The power of nutritional management with arthritic conditions.

Featuring Dr. Stefanie Wade, Rheumatologist, Vancouver, BC

Rheumatologist, and a Registered Dietician, and a Kinesiologist, talk about Arthritis - the health benefits of tomatoes

Dr. Maziar Badii, Rheumatologist, Vancouver, BC

Health benefits of Eggplant in relation to arthritis.

Featuring Dr. Stefanie Wade, Rheumatologist, Vancouver, BC

Rheumatologist, and a Registered Dietician, and a Kinesiologist, talk about the health benefits of Lettuce in relation to arthritis management.

Featuring Dr. Stefanie Wade, Rheumatologist, Vancouver, BC

Rheumatologist, and a Registered Dietician, and a Kinesiologist, talk about the health benefits of Beets in relation to arthritis management.

Featuring Dr. Jason Kur, MD, FRCPC Vancouver, BC

Symptoms and treament of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Dr Kamran Shojania, Rheumatologist, Vancouver, BC

Lifestyle Changes with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Dr Kamran Shojania, Rheumatologist, Vancouver, BC

Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Dr Kamran Shojania, Rheumatologist, Vancouver, BC

Diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arthritic Exercise: MINDS MUSCLE MEALS

Power of exercise in dealing with arthritic conditions.

Mr. Nick Pratap, Kinesiologist, Vancouver, BC

Home Exercise Program - Walking

Mr. Nick Pratap, Kinesiologist, Vancouver, BC

Home Exercise Program - Lateral Raise

Mr. Nick Pratap, Kinesiologist, Vancouver, BC

Home Exercise Program - Plank

Dr. John Watterson, MD, FRCPC , Vancouver, BC

Your treatment team for rheumatoid arthritis.
Types of Exercise for Arthritis:
  • Low-Impact Activities: Walking, swimming, cycling, and water aerobics are generally recommended as low-impact options that are gentle on the joints.
  • Range of Motion Exercises: These exercises focus on improving joint flexibility and mobility. 

    Strengthening Exercises: These exercises help build muscle strength to support and protect joints. 

    Aerobic Exercise: Activities like walking, swimming, and cycling can improve cardiovascular health and endurance

Dr. Navjot Dhindsa, Rheumatologist, Surrey, BC

Rheumatologist talks about treatment options for RA

Chronic pain, inflammation, and stress from living with arthritis can directly worsen mental well-being, while mental health struggles can, in turn, exacerbate physical arthritis symptoms, creating a “chicken-and-egg” cycle. Managing both physical and mental health is crucial for individuals with arthritis, and strategies can include exercise, good sleep, social support, and seeking professional help

Dr. John Watterson, MD, FRCPC , Vancouver, BC

Your treatment team for rheumatoid arthritis.
Isometric exercise is a beneficial and low-impact option for people with arthritis because it strengthens muscles without moving the joints, which can reduce pain and aggravation

By contracting muscles and holding positions without joint motion, these exercises build strength, improve joint stability, and can even have a pain-relieving effect. Examples include holding a squat, pressing palms together, or doing a abdominal contraction