- The word “arthritis” simply means joint inflammation.
- Venture Rehab offers arthritis physiotherapy in Saskatoon + our other 19 clinics across Saskatchewan.
- Arthritis physiotherapy can help relieve (or ease) your symptoms.
- Arthritis happens to people of many ages for many different reasons. If you are experiencing arthritis pain or have been diagnosed with an arthritis disorder, you don’t have to live in pain. There are treatments available to you.
- Although there is no known cure for arthritis, Venture Rehab can design an individualized program that targets your specific symptoms and concerns.
- In Saskatchewan, a doctor referral is not required to get started with a physical therapist, but check with your insurance provider to determine if they require one for coverage.
- If you are experiencing arthritis pain, you don’t have to live in pain. Arthritis physiotherapy can help.
What is Arthritis?
The word “arthritis” simply means joint inflammation but for people living with arthritis it means being unable to physically function day to day without pain. This affects your ability to work, to enjoy leisure activities, or to complete basic activities of daily living. Did you know that 3/5 people with arthritis symptoms are actually working age and not our elderly population? In fact, according to The Arthritis Society of Canada, arthritis is “a leading cause of disability in Canada that affects more women than men, and is reported in 55% of people under the age of 65.”
Osteoarthritis is the type of arthritis that many people get as they age. It can happen at any age, but it is most common in older adults. Osteoarthritis is usually called arthritis.
Facts on Arthritis
- It is a condition that can affect joints (causing joint stiffness), tendons, bones, ligaments and overall musculoskeletal system.
- There are two main types of arthritis: osteoarthritis (from wear and tear to your joint’s cartilage over many years) and autoimmune types (body’s immune system attacks the joint capsule causing inflammation and swelling). Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common type.
- It is the number one reported chronic condition by women and the third most chronic reported condition by men in Canada.
- Obesity, smoking, and lack of physical activity is linked to arthritis symptoms.
Arthritis Pain & Symptoms
Arthritis affects your quality of living. Symptoms can include any of the following in your joints:
- Pain
- Swelling
- Redness
- Stiffness
- Decreased range of motion
Cause & Treatment
While there is currently no known cure you can manage the pain symptoms to help you improve your quality of life. With 17.4% of the population in Saskatchewan reporting symptoms, Venture Rehabilitation Sciences Group can help. A physical examination by one of our university trained physical therapists can determine the underlying cause of your pain. Using both active and passive therapy we can help strengthen the muscles surrounding your joints and improve your range of motion. In some cases we can prescribe splints and braces to help with joint pain. Our therapists will design a tailored treatment plan to get you back to living your best quality of life.
Book Your Arthritis Physiotherapy Treatment
With over 30 years of experience and 19 clinics across Saskatchewan, you can get started the same day you call, no doctor’s referral needed. Find a clinic near you or contact us directly to book your arthritis physiotherapy appointment today.
Our university trained physical therapists look forward to helping you with your arthritis physiotherapy and getting you back to doing the things you love. We can help you to rebuild your ankle strength and flexibility today!
Venture Rehab is a team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and exercise therapists serving Saskatoon and surrounding areas.
Our university-trained physiotherapists can help. Take control of your physical health, relieve your pain, and regain your strength.
Previously known as Bourassa and Associates, we’ve been delivering professional multidisciplinary rehabilitation services since 1986. We integrate orthopaedic manual therapy within a functional rehabilitation model to ensure our patients obtain optimal recovery.
Book your arthritis physiotherapy appointment today.