

Adventuring with Osteoarthritis
Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT
Adventuring with Osteoarthritis is a podcast meant to inspire, motivate, and encourage you seek out adventure despite having painful joints. Gone are the days of doom, gloom and old school myths, instead, you'll hear from experts and real people with osteoarthritis as they share insight on how to successfully live an active life with many different treatment options (surgery isn't the only one!). Dr. Alyssa Kuhn is a physical therapist and specializes in helping those with osteoarthritis. Follow her on Youtube at "Alyssa, Arthritis Adventure".
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Jun 21, 2022 • 31min
Benefits of intermittent fasting and osteoarthritis with Cynthia Thurlow, NP
Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, CEO and founder of the Everyday Wellness Project, and international speaker, with over 9.6 million views for her second TEDx talk "Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique". With over 20 years experience in health and wellness, Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting and nutritional health. She is passionate about helping women find wellness through the healing power of nutrition and fastingFollow Cynthia on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/cynthia_thurlow_/ Find her book here: https://cynthiathurlow.com/book/In this episode we discuss:What is intermittent fasting? What are the researched benefits of it? How does intermittent fasting work?What are some considerations before starting fasting? What are the biggest myths surrounding intermittent fasting?How intermittent fasting can help with osteoarthritis and inflammation managementConsiderations for intermittent fasting and exercise//Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources:Kicking off your Own Arthritis Adventure:If you are ready to begin your own journey to overcoming osteoarthritis, you've come to the right place!Join my online course, The Arthritis Adventure Blueprint, which gives you a step by step plan on how to make your active lifestyle possible again without being limited by joint pain.Learn more by clicking hereTake the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.

Jun 14, 2022 • 48min
How to Thrive with Rheumatoid Arthritis & How It’s Different from Osteoarthritis with Occupational Therapist, Cheryl Crow
Build your Flare up Toolkit free training from Cheryl: https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/2021/06/30/build-your-flare-up-toolkit-free-training/ The Happiness Trap book: https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Trap-Struggling-Start-Living/dp/1590305841/ref=asc_df_1590305841 List of my favorite Arthritis Products - Affiliate links: https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/2020/03/17/my-favorite-arthritis-products/ Find Cheryl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthritis_life_cheryl/ Cheryl is an occupational therapist and has rheumatoid arthritis herself. In this episode we discuss the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, what are some of the common symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis to watch out for, her own personal diagnosis story, as well as how important movement is for both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Cheryl created Arthritis Life to help people with arthritis live life to the fullest extent possible. Her vision is a world where every patient feels empowered and equipped to participate in meaningful daily activities with more confidence and less overwhelm.//Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources:Kicking off your Own Arthritis Adventure:If you are ready to begin your own journey to overcoming osteoarthritis, you've come to the right place!Join my online course, The Arthritis Adventure Blueprint, which gives you a step by step plan on how to make your active lifestyle possible again without being limited by joint pain.Learn more by clicking hereTake the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.

Jun 7, 2022 • 33min
Perimenopause, weight loss, joint pain & intuitive eating with Dr. Jenn Salib Huber, RD, ND
Find out more about Dr. Jenn Salib Huber here on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopause.nutritionist/?hl=enDr. Jenn Salib Huber is a registered dietitian and naturopathic doctor residing in the Netherlands currently but is a Canada native. She helps women find the confidence they deserve in perimenopause and menopause.In this episode we dive into: How joint pain fits into menopause and other symptoms to be aware of The biggest myths around weight loss and menopauseWhat is intuitive eating?What is the best approach to “anti inflammatory foods”And MORE! //Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources:Kicking off your Own Arthritis Adventure:If you are ready to begin your own journey to overcoming osteoarthritis, you've come to the right place!Join my online course, The Arthritis Adventure Blueprint, which gives you a step by step plan on how to make your active lifestyle possible again without being limited by joint pain.Learn more by clicking hereTake the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.

May 31, 2022 • 24min
Plantar Fasciitis- How to get rid of it and keep your feet healthy with Dr. Katie Osteen, PT
Find out more about Katie on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/katieosteen_/Here is her website: https://www.doctorkatieosteen.com/In this episode, Dr. Katie Osteen, PT and I discuss: The risk factors for plantar fasciitisHow you can prevent plantar fasciitis from coming backHow to keep your feet healthy and what tools work best Her favorite exercises for plantar fasciitis Plantar fasciitis can commonly occur with osteoarthritis. It is so important to take care of your feet so you can keep your other joints healthy! Plantar fasciitis can be tricky and it can come back if you aren’t consciously working your feet. Learn tips and tricks here to help you on your arthritis adventure! //Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources:Kicking off your Own Arthritis Adventure:If you are ready to begin your own journey to overcoming osteoarthritis, you've come to the right place!Join my online course, The Arthritis Adventure Blueprint, which gives you a step by step plan on how to make your active lifestyle possible again without being limited by joint pain.Learn more by clicking hereTake the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.

May 24, 2022 • 27min
How to walk faster, how to walk further, and bone spurs with Dr. Alyssa Kuhn
Listen to the free webclass on How to Adventure With Osteoarthritis: https://www.keeptheadventurealive.com/webclassIn this LIVE Q&A session that took place on instagram, Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT delves into how to walk faster, how to walk longer, and what is necessary to be able to actually enjoy walking longer distances. You’ll also hear about bone spurs, which can be very common with osteoarthritis. Another common question is if this information can apply to those with rheumatoid arthritis too which is addressed as well! Take the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.

May 17, 2022 • 38min
Back & neck pain: what you're missing, what your spasms mean, and the biggest myths you may not know about with Dr. Sarah Mcnurlin, PT
Follow Sarah on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.sarahmcnurlin.dpt/Find out more about Sarah’s practice Pinyon PT if you are local to SLC: https://www.pinyonpt.com/In this episode we talked about:What are the biggest challenges when dealing with back and neck pain?What do back/neck spasms really mean and what causes them?Can your discs really slip and what a disc herniation means?The best ways to keep a healthy backSarah Mcnurlin earned her doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Utah. Since graduation, Sarah has worked in orthopedic clinics focusing on evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and problems. Sarah is certified in the McKenzie Method® of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy® (MDT). She utilizes this evaluation system and integrated skills and the treatment methodology into her treatment sessions. In addition, Sarah is a certified Functional Dry Needling® practitioner through Kineticore.Take the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.

May 10, 2022 • 14min
Are you making these 5 common mistakes with osteoarthritis?
Find out more about the Arthritis Adventure Blueprint here: https://www.arthritisadventure.comAdd variety to your workout! https://youtu.be/TIgw9LcjzhcThere is a lot of misinformation along with confusing information about osteoarthritis that can send you down the wrong path. Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, physical therapist explains the top 5 mistakes she commonly sees when talking with and treating clients with osteoarthritis. Most of these mistakes can be easily avoided with the right information! //Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources:Kicking off your Own Arthritis Adventure:If you are ready to begin your own journey to overcoming osteoarthritis, you've come to the right place!Join my online course, The Arthritis Adventure Blueprint, which gives you a step by step plan on how to make your active lifestyle possible again without being limited by joint pain.Learn more by clicking hereFree Arthritis Resources:Where to Start: Knee Arthritis GuideWhere to Start: Hip Arthritis GuideFollow me on social media: > My website> Join my Private Facebook Group> Follow me on Instagram> Subscribe to my YouTube channelTake the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.

May 3, 2022 • 38min
Why you aren’t losing weight and how to thrive with hip osteoarthritis with Susan Niebergall
Follow Susan on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/susanniebergallfitness/In today’s episode we talked about: Weight loss habits that actually work Why you aren’t losing weight How osteoarthritis has impacted Susan’s training and mindsetFinding success with osteoarthritis pain management 2 simple steps you can get started with today to lose weight and find arthritis pain relief How to motivate yourself to get started Susan is an inspiring fitness coach who specializes in nutrition and fat loss. She uses her own experiences to help guide others to improve their health and wellbeing in powerful ways. She is an author of Fit at Any Age and co-coach with Jordan Syatt in a program called the Inner Circle. She also has a podcast called The Strong and Lean at Any Age podcast. Hear a recent episode I did on her podcast here about Arthritis 101: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthritis-101-with-dr-alyssa-kuhn/id1387587979?i=1000557486127//Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources:Kicking off your Own Arthritis Adventure:If you are ready to begin your own journey to overcoming osteoarthritis, you've come to the right place!Join my online course, The Arthritis Adventure Blueprint, which gives you a step by step plan on how to make your active lifestyle possible again without being limited by joint pain.Learn more by clicking hereFree Arthritis Resources:Where to Start: Knee Arthritis GuideWhere to Start: Hip Arthritis GuideFollow me on social media: > My website> Join my Private Facebook Group> Follow me on Instagram> Subscribe to my YouTube channelTake the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.

Apr 26, 2022 • 33min
How she reversed her diabetes & reduced her knee OA pain at 50 and now is in the best shape of her life with Marcy of Scho Fit
Marcy Schoenborn was so tired of feeling sick and tired. At 49 she began to turn her health around. Her pre-diabetes had turned to diabetes, she gained 50 lbs and just wanted to feel healthier. Now she is approaching 60 and is the fittest she has ever been. It didn't come easy and it was a process to change her eating and exercise habits but it has absolutely paid off for her! She has a health and fitness background as a personal trainer and now strives to remain healthy so she can keep up with her husband and stay active out West. When starting her fitness journey over 50, she was dealing with knee arthritis pain which she had controlled with diet and began getting stronger so she could continue keeping up with her husband and getting what she wanted out of life! Learn what being fit after 50 takes and everything that is involved!! Now she has a platform where she shares her knowledge and keeps women over 50 accountable with at home workouts.//Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources:Kicking off your Own Arthritis Adventure:If you are ready to begin your own journey to overcoming osteoarthritis, you've come to the right place!Join my online course, The Arthritis Adventure Blueprint, which gives you a step by step plan on how to make your active lifestyle possible again without being limited by joint pain.Learn more by clicking hereFree Arthritis Resources:Where to Start: Knee Arthritis GuideWhere to Start: Hip Arthritis GuideFollow me on social media: > My website> Join my Private Facebook Group> Follow me on Instagram> Subscribe to my YouTube channelTake the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.

Apr 19, 2022 • 12min
3 simple ways to reduce joint stiffness & why you need to know what the gelling phenomenon is with Alyssa
Best Type of Exercise for Osteoarthritis:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hel6KECzaOs&t=1sJoint stiffness relief 101: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uI5C_obvxk&t=20sBackwards Walking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idMR44bSNEc&t=48s15 Amazingly Simple Ways to Reduce Inflammation: https://keeptheadventurealive.com/inflammation-reducing-foods-and-habits/10 Best Anti-inflammatory Foods: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RG1mnHUYNSs//Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources:Kicking off your Own Arthritis Adventure:If you are ready to begin your own journey to overcoming osteoarthritis, you've come to the right place!Join my online course, The Arthritis Adventure Blueprint, which gives you a step by step plan on how to make your active lifestyle possible again without being limited by joint pain.Learn more by clicking hereFree Arthritis Resources:Where to Start: Knee Arthritis GuideWhere to Start: Hip Arthritis GuideFollow me on social media: > My website> Join my Private Facebook Group> Follow me on Instagram> Subscribe to my YouTube channelTake the next step towards your arthritis adventure journey and make pain relief possible by joining Adventurers for Life. Follow me on social media: > My website > Join my Private Facebook Group > Follow me on Instagram > Subscribe to my YouTube channelThis episode is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Kuhn and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Move Well Age Well, LLC and Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT, DPT are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any conclusions drawn, services or product you obtain through this post, video or site.