The impact of weight loss on osteoarthritis with Zübe Salis
The prevalence of osteoarthritis is increasing as are rates of overweight and obesity. Overweight and obesity are both important risk factors for the onset and progression of knee osteoarthritis.Weigh...
11 Jun 202334min
Repurposing drugs for osteoarthritis with Dr Matthew Baker
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. There are currently no effective disease-modifying treatments available to slow or reverse the progression of OA. Drugs such as metformin, whi...
28 Mai 202340min
Care for an oil change? The role of viscosupplementation for osteoarthritis with Dr Bruno da Costa
Viscosupplementation is a procedure that involves injections of hyaluronic acid, most commonly into the knee joint. In the United States, one in every seven people receive a hyaluronic acid injection ...
14 Mai 202341min
Why does osteoarthritis hurt? Insights from experts
On this week's special episode, we will hear from experts in pain including content from:Jason McDougall (Season 1, Episode 1)Anne-Marie Malfait (Season 2, Episode 14)Lisa Carlesso (Season 3, Episode ...
30 Apr 202327min
When is a joint replacement appropriate? with Prof Gillian Hawker
Although joint replacement surgery is an effective treatment for end-stage osteoarthritis, they are not appropriate for everyone. Factors such as age, overall health and the severity of osteoarthritis...
16 Apr 202340min
Does osteoarthritis affect elite athletes? with Dr Debbie Palmer OLY
We have spoken about occupational risk factors for osteoarthritis on previous episodes, but one occupation we have not covered is elite level athletes or Olympians. The intense training schedules some...
2 Apr 202330min
Exercising with knee and/or hip osteoarthritis with Prof Melanie Holden
Exercise is a commonly recommended treatment for osteoarthritis. There have been many studies which have shown the benefits of exercise which include improved pain, function, and quality of life. Howe...
19 Mar 202328min
Management of anterior cruciate ligament injuries with Dr Adam Culvenor
About 50% of people who have an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury will go on to develop osteoarthritis later down the track. What determines who will go on to develop OA? And is it possible to r...
5 Mar 202352min
