In this episode we have partnered with Circle Health Group to talk about the different treatments available for people living with osteoarthritis. Joined by Mr Peter James, Chief Medical Officer and Orthopaedic Surgeon, he and Marc discuss options for varying stages of osteoarthritis, when to escalate treatment, surgical choices and when these may become appropriate.

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Circle Health: https://www.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/treatments/arthritis-treatment?utm_source=ArthritisAction&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=online+booking+referral

In this episode Marc is joined by Arthritis Action’s Medical Advisor Dr Wendy Holden. Dr Holden talks about arthritis in pregnancy, emphasising the importance of planning prior to conception, what to expect during each trimester and post-partum in terms of managing arthritis symptoms.

Pregnancy, Birth and Arthritis: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/young_adults/arthritis-pregnancy/

Parenting and Arthritis: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/young_adults/parenting/

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The Arthritis Action Podcast is back for our fifth series. In our first episode we are joined by Icarus Williams, Specialised Neurodiversity Affirming Therapist and Researcher. Icarus talks to us about neurodivergence, and the different ways that it interacts with and affects arthritis, including perceptions and treatment.

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SEDS Connective: https://www.sedsconnective.org/

The Arthritis Action Podcast shares expert insight and lived experience to support people living with arthritis to manage their condition day-to-day.

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Series 5 coming 2nd February 2026

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This episode Marc is joined by Stylist and Salon Owner Charlotte Davis to talk about the importance of both looking and feeling good with arthritis. They discuss the effects that the condition and medication can have on your skin and hair, the physical difficulties of grooming and the role self-image plays in addressing mood and confidence.

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The Institute of Trichologists: https://trichologists.org.uk/about-us/

In this episode Marc is joined by Physiotherapist and Researcher Mercy Joy. Mercy discusses the importance of exercise and activity, the challenges in getting started both physically and mentally and gives some practical tips on how to implement exercise into your daily life.

Movement Snacks: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/movement_snacks/

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In this episode Marc is joined by Cynthia Swarnalatha, Senior Researcher in Physiotherapy at the University of Oxford. They talk about how arthritis can affect your hands; including exercises, splints, braces and other treatments that can help you manage symptoms as well as the importance of resting them.

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Gadgets for arthritis: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gadgets-and-Aids-for-Arthritis.pdf

Hand Exercises: https://www.arthritisaction.org.uk/living-with-arthritis/resource-centre/arthritis-exercises/

In this episode Marc is joined by Professor Weiya Zhang from the University of Nottingham. The pair discuss the effects that placebos can have on pain management, their use in modern and historical treatment and the ethical implications of using them in the treatment of arthritis.

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