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Arthritis Talks

Knee Arthritis

Early Signs, Treatment Options, and Advances
 
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October 16, 2024


Webinar

About


Knee arthritis can cause unbearable pain and significantly impact your quality of life, especially without the right treatment. Fortunately, there are options that can help manage symptoms and improve your well-being.

Join us for our next Arthritis Talks webinar, as Dr. Mark Roberts (orthopedic surgeon) and Cynthia Roberts (physiotherapist) guide you through understanding knee arthritis, its progression, and treatment options available to you.

You’ll learn:

  • The early signs and diagnosing arthritis in the knee
  • Treatment options - surgical and non-surgical
  • What to expect after joint surgery
  • Recent advances in treatments and research

Whether you're newly diagnosed or exploring advanced treatments, this session will provide valuable insights for your arthritis journey.

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Have your questions answered...

Don’t miss the opportunity to ask your questions directly to our experts. Submit any questions in advance to arthritistalks@arthritis.ca.

 


 

Speakers


Dr. Roberts

Dr RobertsDr. Roberts is an experienced orthopedic surgeon with over 14 years of specialized practice in primary and revision hip and knee surgery, utilizing advanced techniques such as computer navigation and robotic surgery. He completed his orthopedic training through the North West Thames rotation in London, UK, and at the London Health Sciences Centre in Ontario. Dr. Roberts further honed his expertise with a fellowship in lower limb deformity correction and computer-assisted surgery at King's College Hospital in London, UK. His commitment to innovative surgical methods ensures optimal outcomes for his patients.

Cynthia Roberts

Cynthia RobertsCynthia Roberts is a Registered Physiotherapist with Arthritis Society Canada and has been a part of the Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program for the past 5 years. She has over 24 years of experience in a wide variety of settings including private clinics, Canada’s National Ballet School, and home care. In her current role, Cynthia works one on one with clients to help them achieve their arthritis-related self-management goals and also facilitates numerous online group education classes. In addition, Cynthia helps coordinate Clinical Practice Skills for Inflammatory Arthritis, a professional development course for health care professionals and facilitates labs on arthritis assessment and management for the physiotherapy and occupational therapy students at McMaster University.

 


 

What participants say about Arthritis Talks...

★  1  ★ Thank you for another TOP NOTCH session. You are really showing the value of the Arthritis Society.
★  2  ★ I found this webinar presentation VERY informative & am so glad to be able to watch & hear the Rheumatologists. thank you so much!
★  3  ★ I thought the session was excellent and very professional. I am really impressed with the Arthritis Society, their information and both webinars I have attended...as well as the website which I refer to often and recommend to others.

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Sponsors


We thank the following for their support of this Arthritis Talks webinar.

Diamond sponsors: Pfizer - Gold sponsors: United Way Winnipeg - Silver sponsor: Massage Addict - Bronze sponsors: Amgen, Nordic Pharma, UCB, Wellesley Therapeutics


 

Contact


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