#20 Preventing and dealing with Osteoarthritis

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So you think this episode isn’t for you because you don’t have osteoarthritis…WRONG!!!!
 
Hip and knee OA are an all too common disease: In Australia in people 45 and over, 1 in 5 people (20%) have some form of osteoarthritis.
The problem: Many people undertake joint replacement surgery far too soon when they can deal with their pain naturally through the right exercise.
 
In this episode we unpack:
  • What osteoarthritis actually is
  • Prevention of OA versus cure (the bionic joint lol!)
  • Why its important to start training for preventing OA now (even if you don’t have the problem!
  • Training principles for OA: What to do and quantities.
And much more…

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    Ryan Dorahy
    Ryan Dorahy has over a decade of experience in physiotherapy and fitness. Specialising in rehabilitative exercise and strength conditioning, Ryan ensures fast recovery and long-term injury prevention. At Invigor Health, he leads a team focused on personalized, evidence-based care to help patients of all ages.