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The cost of living with chronic condition

Living with a chronic musculoskeletal condition costs us physically, mentally and emotionally. But what many people don’t understand are the…

3 months ago

5 reasons to see your Dr about pain

Chronic (or persistent) pain is a common and complex problem affecting 1 in 5 Australians aged 45 and over.(1) Dealing…

1 year ago

Horses, farming and arthritis: Caitlin’s story

Photo by AUSVEG Caitlin, a fifth-generation farmer from the northwest coast of Tasmania and Australian Apprentice of the Year 2020,…

3 years ago

There’s more to life…

As people, we’re complex, multi-faceted and messy. And just as exercise, pain management, medications, and eating well are essential for…

3 years ago

It’s time to unplug

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” Anne Lamott There’s no denying…

3 years ago

Musculoskeletal conditions and work – part 1

And things you can do to manage Finding and keeping a job when you have a musculoskeletal condition can be…

4 years ago

Musculoskeletal conditions and work – part 2

And things you can do to manage This blog was so full of info and strategies we had to split…

4 years ago

Iso aches and pains

Sore neck? Back? Knees? Feel like you’ve aged 20 years with all the niggles, twinges and outright pain you’re feeling…

4 years ago

You want to stick needle in my sore foot?

Written by Steve Edwards, MSc(Oxon), MSc(Edinb), BSc(Pod) “A cortisone injection? You want to stick a needle in my sore foot?”…

4 years ago

How to Manage Your Chronic Illness

Gathering your all-star support team Written by Amanda Sobey Attempting to take control of your chronic condition can at times…

6 years ago