Wendy is a registered clinical dietician, PhD researcher at Amsterdam UMC. Her research focusses on the effects of a plant-based diet, exercise, and stress reduction on arthritis. RESOURCESPlants for Health websiteA multidisciplinary lifestyle program for metabolic syndrome-associated osteoarthritis: the "Plants for Joints" randomized controlled trialCONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgEmail: hello@jointaction.infoWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Nutrition Unlocked explores the role nutrition plays in managing osteoarthritis symptoms. Anna Mohl chats to Professor David Hunter, a Rheumatologist Epidemiologist, Professor of Medicine and Florance and Cope Chair of Rheumatology at the University of Sydney.CONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgEmail: hello@jointaction.infoWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is early-stage knee osteoarthritis? How does it differ from later stage knee osteoarthritis? Learn more on this week's episode with Dr Jean Liew.Dr Jean Liew is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Section of Rheumatology at Boston University, where her clinical research currently focuses on knee osteoarthritis and axSpA.RESOURCESA scoping review of how early-stage knee osteoarthritis has been definedCONNECT WITH JEANTwitter: @rheum_catCONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgEmail: hello@jointaction.infoWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experts Dan White and Mariana Wingood discuss the benefits of physical activity for osteoarthritis patients, including starting and monitoring physical activity, overcoming challenges, setting personalized goals, and promoting an active lifestyle. Practical tips and strategies are shared to help individuals with joint pain integrate exercise into their daily routines.

On this week's episode we discuss the barriers and enablers of weight management for people with osteoarthritis. We are joined by Natalie Pavlovic, a senior physiotherapist at Fairfield Hospital in Western Sydney, Australia and a PhD candidate working at the Whitlam Orthopaedic Research Centre at the University of New South Wales. Natalie has extensive experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and has been working clinically for over 10 years. She was awarded a prestigious Medibank Better Health Scholarship to undertake her research in obesity and osteoarthritis.RESOURCESWhy do some people with osteoarthritis and obesity awaiting hip or knee arthroplasty achieve successful weight management? A qualitative studyGet Healthy Service (New South Wales)CONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgEmail: hello@jointaction.infoWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's special episode hear from experts in weight loss and osteoarthritis, including content from: Stephen Messier - Losing weight and osteoarthritis– why and how? (Season 1, Episode 4)Rosie Venman - Implementing dietary change (Season 1, Episode 20)Stephen Messier has been at Wake Forest University for 36 years. He is the Director of the J.B. Snow Biomechanics Laboratory and teaches undergraduate biomechanics and human gross anatomy as well as graduate biomechanics. Dr. Messier has 26 years of clinical trial experience concerning osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee; his team of clinicians and researchers are recognized for their research regarding the effects of weight loss and exercise upon knee OA pain, function, strength, and gait biomechanics.Rosie Venman is a clinical Dietitian working at Royal North Shore Hospital. Rosie received her Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Newcastle and a Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics from Sydney University. At Royal North Shore Hospital she has been working as the Osteoarthritis Chronic Care Program Dietitian for the last 4 years and has a keen interest in improving weight loss outcomes for this patient group.CONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgEmail: hello@jointaction.infoWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experts Kim Bennell and Matt Williams discuss the benefits of exercise for osteoarthritis patients, debunk exercise myths, and highlight the importance of muscle strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular exercise for aging adults. They emphasize customizing exercise programs, promoting diverse exercise options, and advocating for self-care in managing osteoarthritis.

Julie Leask is a social scientist and professor of public health at the University of Sydney. She and her team conduct research looking at vaccination and what people think, feel and do about it. She has a background in nursing, midwifery and a masters degree in public health. Julie lives in Sydney on Dharug country with her husband and two adult children. She also has had osteoarthritis of her knees for three decades. On this week's episode of Joint Action, Julie shares her journey with us.CONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgEmail: hello@jointaction.infoWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcastIf you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe to learn more about osteoarthritis from the world's leading experts! And please let us know what you thought by leaving us a review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's special episode, we will hear from experts in arthroscopy and surgery including content from:Peter Choong and Michelle Dowsey (Season 1, Episode 7)Gillian Hawker (Season 4, Episode 8)CONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgEmail: hello@jointaction.infoWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcastIf you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe to learn more about osteoarthritis from the world's leading experts! And please let us know what you thought by leaving us a review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professor Christopher Little is director of the Raymond Purves Bone and Joint Research Labs at the Kolling Institute of Medical Research at Royal North Shore Hospital, Australia. Chris is a qualified Veterinarian with specialist surgery training and ACVS certification. Chris's research interests focus on defining the biochemical and molecular mechanisms of joint pathology in OA, and tendon and intervertebral disc degeneration, and are based on the belief that it is only though a better understanding the mechanisms that drive the initiation and progression of these diseases that new therapies can be developed. Chris is recognized internationally for his expertise in the development and use of animal models of bone and joint disease.CONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgEmail: hello@jointaction.infoWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcastIf you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe to learn more about osteoarthritis from the world's leading experts! And please let us know what you thought by leaving us a review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.