'Be Active with Arthritis' is an Adapted Exercise Programme developed by Arthritis Ireland and the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists. This is a one hour class over 6 weeks directed by a chartered physiotherapist.
Places are limited to absolute maximum of 10 people per class.
Pre-booking absolutely essential. Fee - €36 for 6 classes.Payment must be made in advance of the 1st class.
Dates - 9th March, 16th March, 23th March, 30th March, 6th April, 13th April 2018.
Indoor Exercise Programme
This programme will help to reduce pain and stiffness and maintain or improve mobility, muscle strength and functional ability.
Two essential components to the programme will be included in every session:
- Exercise — including range-of-motion and stretching exercises, strengthening exercises, balance and coordination activities, and endurance routines.
- Relaxation Activities — introducing and practicing various stress management techniques which are helpful for stress and pain reduction
Programme Information:
Regular exercise is proven to be one of the most effective treatments for arthritis. It reduces pain, keeps joints moving, restores flexibility and strength and protects joints against further damage. However, only 30% of the 915,000 people in Ireland with arthritis get enough exercise as overcoming fears about exercise can be very difficult – especially when in pain.
To attend these classes, participants will have to be independently mobile and will be required to fill in a basic health screening form in advance of the class. This form is fully confidential and is completed by the participant.
Participants are not advised to attend these classes if they have the following:
- Poor balance
- Unable to follow commends clearly
- People with active inflammation
