09/02/2026
Arthritis Help
*Osteoarthritis is the leading cause of pain and disability in the elderly.
*It affects over 4 million people in Australia (that’s 1 in 6 people).
*Osteoarthritis is the third leading cause of life-years lost due to disability in the elderly.
*Arthritis is the second most leading cause of early retirement, causing a loss of $7.8 billion in GDP.
*Around 2 million Australians who are within the working age (15-64) have arthritis
*There are over 100 types of arthritis, with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout being the main three types.
*Osteoarthritis isn’t able to be reversed.You have to use it or lose it!
*Rest can make pain and other symptoms much worse.
Read all advice arthritis here: https://myphysiosa.com.au/arthritis-advice/