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Duration: 1 hour
Learn how to exercise safely with arthritis in this Arthritis Talks webinar featuring Dr. Manuel (Manny) Ester, physical activity specialist. He explains how to get started, adapt movement for different types of arthritis, and stay active safely — even during a flare-up.
In this session, you’ll learn:
- Why staying active matters – how regular movement can help reduce pain, improve mobility, and support overall health
- How to exercise safely – including what’s appropriate for osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis, and during a flare-up
- How to build lasting habits – simple, realistic strategies to make movement part of your daily routine
Speaker
Dr. Manuel (Manny) Ester, PhD, Kinesiology
Dr. Manuel Ester is a physical activity specialist with expertise in chronic conditions, focusing on helping people create lasting physical activity habits. At the University of Calgary, he works with individuals with rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatologists, and others to improve physical activity support. He is dedicated to empowering people with chronic conditions through the transformative power of movement.
What participants say about Arthritis Talks
“Thank you so much. Both the panel and meeting other people in the chat with the same people is somehow empowering and less isolating.”
“BEST webinar I’ve attended. Thank you so much to your presenter!”
“Excellent session. Thank you. Appreciate the tremendous support of Arthritis Society Canada.”
“I really appreciate this group and the chat information we share to support one another.”
