Resource Hub Try searching our resource hub to find the articles, videos, tools and publications most helpful for you. I am... Employer Health Professional Someone with RASelect topic... About NRAS Apni Jung info for South Asian community Community COVID-19 Diagnosis and Monitoring Diet and Exercise Events Family Planning Healthcare professionals Other Conditions Research Self-management Symptoms and Causes Treatment Work and BenefitsSelect resource type... Article Facebook Live NRAS Live Publication Video Clear All Article Useful tips There are many products available to help people with rheumatoid arthritis to go about normal day-to-day activities with less pain, exertion or strain on joints. We asked some of our Members to talk about useful products (either bought or homemade) and other innovations that they had found helpful, and a number of their suggestions are listed below. In the […] Article Rheumatoid arthritis & computing Many people with RA find it painful to use a standard keyboard and mouse, so the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society has teamed up with AbilityNet to produce this factsheet. It describes the steps and some of the options that can help make computers, laptops, tablets and smartphones easier to use. What is rheumatoid arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can occur at […] Video Exercise videos Introduction by Ailsa Bosworth, Founder & National Patient Champion: My name is Ailsa Bosworth, and I founded the society in 2001. I like you live with rheumatoid arthritis and was diagnosed in “1983”. At the time I was a new mum, and to very honest with you, exercise was the last thing on my mind. I’ve had many joint replacements and […] Article The importance of exercise Why should I exercise? Physical activity and exercise are good for people with all forms of arthritis as it can help to ease some of the symptoms and improve general health. There is quite a lot of evidence now that exercise can improve muscle strength, function and the ability to do everyday things as well as reduce […] Article Where do I begin? Safety Message If you are worried about starting a new exercise, then your doctor can give you a check-up to make sure you’ll benefit from more activity and reassure you it is safe to do so. If necessary, your GP can also refer you to see a physiotherapist or other healthcare professional who can advise you […] Article The role of a health and fitness professional for people with musculoskeletal conditions By Wayne Johnson, Fitness Supervisor at the University of Birmingham Taken from NRAS magazine, Spring 2013 There are approximately 400,000 people thought to be living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the UK. Currently, there is no cure, and the management of this long-term condition heavily relies on pharmacological therapies. There is evidence to suggest that the inclusion of […] Article Tai Chi for arthritis Note from NRAS: Before embarking upon any exercise programme, it is wise to consult your doctor, rheumatology team or physiotherapist. This article is based on the ‘Tai Chi for Arthritis’ (also known as ‘Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention’) programme that was created by Dr Lam and his team and is conducted by certified instructors, […] Article Diet Watch your Weight Keeping to a healthy weight is important in managing RA. Excess weight can worsen disease activity and increase flares, as shown below. Carrying too much weight is not good for joint health and mobility. Pressure on weight-bearing joints such as knees is around 5-6 times that of body weight. What’s more important […] Article Smoking Smoking is widely accepted to have an adverse effect on health and is known to cause heart attacks, strokes, cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and more. However, many people are not aware of the negative effect smoking has on rheumatoid arthritis (RA). So, how does smoking affect RA? This can be answered in three […] Load more ↓
Article Useful tips There are many products available to help people with rheumatoid arthritis to go about normal day-to-day activities with less pain, exertion or strain on joints. We asked some of our Members to talk about useful products (either bought or homemade) and other innovations that they had found helpful, and a number of their suggestions are listed below. In the […]
Article Rheumatoid arthritis & computing Many people with RA find it painful to use a standard keyboard and mouse, so the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society has teamed up with AbilityNet to produce this factsheet. It describes the steps and some of the options that can help make computers, laptops, tablets and smartphones easier to use. What is rheumatoid arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can occur at […]
Video Exercise videos Introduction by Ailsa Bosworth, Founder & National Patient Champion: My name is Ailsa Bosworth, and I founded the society in 2001. I like you live with rheumatoid arthritis and was diagnosed in “1983”. At the time I was a new mum, and to very honest with you, exercise was the last thing on my mind. I’ve had many joint replacements and […]
Article The importance of exercise Why should I exercise? Physical activity and exercise are good for people with all forms of arthritis as it can help to ease some of the symptoms and improve general health. There is quite a lot of evidence now that exercise can improve muscle strength, function and the ability to do everyday things as well as reduce […]
Article Where do I begin? Safety Message If you are worried about starting a new exercise, then your doctor can give you a check-up to make sure you’ll benefit from more activity and reassure you it is safe to do so. If necessary, your GP can also refer you to see a physiotherapist or other healthcare professional who can advise you […]
Article The role of a health and fitness professional for people with musculoskeletal conditions By Wayne Johnson, Fitness Supervisor at the University of Birmingham Taken from NRAS magazine, Spring 2013 There are approximately 400,000 people thought to be living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the UK. Currently, there is no cure, and the management of this long-term condition heavily relies on pharmacological therapies. There is evidence to suggest that the inclusion of […]
Article Tai Chi for arthritis Note from NRAS: Before embarking upon any exercise programme, it is wise to consult your doctor, rheumatology team or physiotherapist. This article is based on the ‘Tai Chi for Arthritis’ (also known as ‘Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention’) programme that was created by Dr Lam and his team and is conducted by certified instructors, […]
Article Diet Watch your Weight Keeping to a healthy weight is important in managing RA. Excess weight can worsen disease activity and increase flares, as shown below. Carrying too much weight is not good for joint health and mobility. Pressure on weight-bearing joints such as knees is around 5-6 times that of body weight. What’s more important […]
Article Smoking Smoking is widely accepted to have an adverse effect on health and is known to cause heart attacks, strokes, cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and more. However, many people are not aware of the negative effect smoking has on rheumatoid arthritis (RA). So, how does smoking affect RA? This can be answered in three […]