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Common misconceptions and beliefs about osteoarthritis - improving osteoarthritis knowledge with A/Prof Ben Darlow

Jan 7, 2024
A/Prof Ben Darlow, a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Specialist, challenges common misconceptions about osteoarthritis by emphasizing the need for accurate information. The podcast explores reframing beliefs, proactive disease management, and empowering approaches to improve joint health.
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  • Reframing beliefs about osteoarthritis as a dynamic process empowers individuals to manage and improve symptoms.
  • Collaboration between individuals and healthcare professionals is crucial for proactive disease management and community health initiatives.

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Changing Beliefs about Osteoarthritis

Beliefs surrounding osteoarthritis often revolve around a negative perception of decay, aging, and a one-way street towards decline. Many individuals hold misconceptions about the condition, viewing it as a structural deterioration of joint surfaces tied to getting old. There is an expectation of continuous joint degradation leading to the eventual need for surgery. Reframing these beliefs is crucial to empower individuals to proactively manage the disease.

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