Arthritis

PARL subscribes to the Gale Health and Wellness Resource Center database. This service is available free to anyone with a Library card. Not only can you access thousands of articles, pamphlets and fact sheets on various health topics but also informative video files. Below are links to a sampling of the many resources from the database available on the subject of Arthritis.

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Do You Have Arthritis?

Can Cracking Your Knuckles Cause Arthritis?

Osteoarthritis Treatment

Arthritis: Who's at Risk?

Treating Arthritis Pain

Read an Overview...

• Arthritis Advice
• Arthritis Overview
• Plain Language Overview - Arthritis Reference Summary (PDF)
• Consumer's Guide to Arthritis Medications, a publication of the Arthritis Society - (PDF)
• Living well with Osteoarthritis - Knowing your Treatment Options - a publication of the Arthritis Society - (PDF)

Visit the Health and Wellness Resource Center to search for information on the topic of your choice. If you do not have a free library card to access this online database drop in to your nearest branch library or register online.

These books are just a small sample of books on the topic of arthritis from our collection. Please search the online catalogue for a more complete listing.

• Mayo Clinic on Arthritis
• The Arthritis Foundation's Guide to Good Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
• The Arthritis Foundation's Guide to Managing your Arthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis: plan to win
• Osteoarthritis: treat and reverse joint pain naturally
• Yoga for Arthritis: the complete guide
• The Arthritis Cure for Pets

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• Arthritis

The Arthritis Society, Antigonish Division
PO Box 67, St. Andrew's
Antigonish County, NS, B0H 1X0
Tel: 902-863-2322
Toll free: 1-800-321-1433
Information and support group for persons with arthritis and their families.
Meets the first Sunday of every month at 2:00 p.m. in the boardroom at St. Martha's Regional Hospital.

The Arthritis Society, Nova Scotia division
3770 Kempt Road, Suite 210
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3K 4X8
Tel: 902.429.7025
Fax: 902.423.6479
Arthritis Information Line: 1-800-321-1433
Web site: www.arthritis.ca
General Inquiries: info@ns.arthritis.ca

For information about local arthritis related programs in Antigonish contact Bill Hull (902) 863-4277

Visit the Arthritis Society website for information or to join the Arthritis Registry. The Registry is a program of the Arthritis Society which provides the latest information on education and support programs, available arthritis treatments, and the most recent developments in arthritis research via their newsletter - Arthritis Connections. In addition to the newsletter, you will receive mailings about programs and events taking place in your community as well as periodic updates relating to your type of arthritis.

The Arthritis Centre of Nova Scotia
Queen Elizabeth II Health Science Centre
NS Rehabilitation Centre
1341 Summer Street
Halifax NS B3H 4K4
Phone: 902-473-7824
Toll Free: 1-866-342-3999

Physical Activity Programs
Please note: Before starting any exercise program, it is important you speak with your doctor and the instructor of the exercise class to determine if the particular class is appropriate for your individual needs. The activities listed below are for information purposes only and is not a substitute for informed medical advice.

• Aquatics
  In Antigonish, St. Francis Xavier University offers Aqua Arthritis Therapy. Visit www.stfx.ca or call (902) 867-2181 for more information.
• Yoga, Qi Gong, Tai Chi
  Antigonish Recreation Department (902) 863-2351
  Yoga: Stacey Steeves (902) 863-2913, Ruth Young (902) 863-2062
  T'ai Chi: Carole-Anne Landry (902) 863-3636
  Qigong: Zane deNoncourt (902) 863-2840. Qigong uses repetitive gentle flowing movements. It is recommended by physiotherapists for persons with restricted/painful movement.
  

Health Connections Resource Centre
HEALTH CONNECTIONS in the People's Place Library. 283 Main Street, Antigonish, NS B2G 2C3
Tel: (902) 863-7369
Fax: (902) 863-9318
Email: smithlj@gasha.nshealth.ca
Provides free health information and support.

Arthritis Canada
Website: http://www.arthritiscanada.com

Arthritis Research Centre of Canada
Website: http://www.arthritisresearch.ca/

Mayo Clinic Osteoarthritis Center
Website: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/arthritis/AR99999
Find information on osteoarthritis, symptoms and treatments.

Mayo Clinic Rheumatoid Arthritis Center
Website: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/rheumatoid-arthritis/RA99999
Find information on rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and rheumatoid arthritis treatments.