Joint Action

Dr. Lauren King, a rheumatologist, discusses the challenges of recognizing early osteoarthritis symptoms and the importance of timely intervention. She highlights the diverse initial symptoms, the need for clear diagnosis criteria, and the role of preventive care in managing OA. The podcast also emphasizes research efforts, collaborative approaches, and patient involvement in treatment initiatives.

On this week's episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Dr Matlock Jeffries. Matlock is a rheumatologist and clinical associate professor of medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Centre. His research interests include the microbiome in osteoarthritis and his research lab was the first to identify a microbiome within human and mouse cartilage which changes as patients develop osteoarthritis.RESOURCESOA susceptibility in mice is partially mediated by the gut microbiome, is transferrable via microbiome transplantation and is associated with immunophenotype changesThe Microbiome in Osteoarthritis: a Narrative Review of Recent Human and Animal Model LiteratureCONNECT WITH USTwitter/X: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgInstagram: @ProfDavidHunterEmail: 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.

Dr Kosaku Aoyagi is a physical therapist and Assistant Professor based at the University of Texas at El Paso and the Director of Pain Research in Mechanism-based Physical Therapy. His expertise is in pain and central pain mechanism in osteoarthritis. On this week's episode of Joint Action, we discuss the use of opioids for osteoarthritis, opioid induced hyperalgesia and much more.RESOURCESMediating Effect of Pain Sensitization on the Paradoxical Relation of Taking Opioids to Pain Severity in Knee Osteoarthritis: The Multicenter Osteoarthritis StudyCONNECT WITH KOSAKULaboratory websiteLinkedInTwitter/XInstagramCONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgInstagram: @ProfDavidHunterEmail: 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.

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.

On the final episode for 2023, we answer some listener questions. Best wishes for the end of 2023 and Happy Holidays! 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.

Experts Grace Lo and Christian Barton discuss the benefits of walking and running for managing osteoarthritis. They debunk misconceptions, highlight the importance of tailored exercise guidance, and explore safe ways to incorporate physical activity despite musculoskeletal conditions. Emphasizing the need for gradual progression and pain monitoring, they provide insightful tips for optimizing joint health.

The curse of midlife weight creep is a phenomenon where adults gain a small amount of weight each year. This weight gain has in impact on your osteoarthritis and other symptoms. On this week's episode of Joint Action, we are joined by Professor Flavia Cicuttini to discuss this important topic.Professor Flavia Cicuttini is the Head of the Musculoskeletal Unit, Monash University and Head of Rheumatology, Alfred Hospital. Her principle research interests are the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases, in particularly osteoarthritis.RESOURCESYoutube videosSlowing weight gain will reduce joint painSlowing weight gain will reduce joint pain (Chinese language version)Slowing weight gain will reduce joint pain (Vietnamese language version)How to maintain weight for joint healthHow to maintain weight for joint health (Chinese language version)How to maintain weight for joint health (Vietnamese language version)CONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgEmail: hello@jointaction.infoWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.