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Living A Fuller Life with Arthritis
Arthros is a small Reading Charity, set up 35 years ago to support local people with Arthritis, through information on local sources of help and support, and funds for the provision of aids and appliances.
What is Arthritis?
- Arthritis is damage to joints following inflammation or injury.
- The two main types of arthritis are inflammatory arthritis and osteoarthritis (“wear and tear” arthritis).
- Inflammatory arthritis includes rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, juvenile arthritis, gout and lupus. Vasculitis and scleroderma are also inflammatory conditions but not affecting joints. Nowadays medications can slow or halt inflammation, although significant disability may persist .
- Osteoarthritis is treatable with painkillers or joint surgery.
The Reading Areas covered by Arthros
Arthritis can cause difficulty with :
- All aspects of personal care – e.g. getting dressed, doing up buttons and zips, putting on socks / shoes, tying laces.
- Using devices such as a can openers, scissors and cutlery.
- Opening bottles, jars and petrol filler caps.
- Picking up coins/ small objects from a surface.
- Walking without pain .
How we can help you...
… by providing information and funds for smaller aids and equipment that is not currently available on the NHS.
( we regret we are not able to offer any medical advice or refer to any specialist services )
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We’re a charity dedicated to supporting people living with arthritis. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have been managing arthritis for years, Arthros is here to help. From practical advice and emotional support to community connections and advocacy, we’re with you every step of the way.
