Instagram story viewer> @arthritisuk> Posts

Arthritis UK

@arthritisuk

undefined

POSTS STORIES REELS TAGGED

Download All

You might have seen us on the news recently. 👀

Pete Gowler, Research Liaison Manager, joined the BBC Breakfast sofa to bust some myths about arthritis and talk about some life-changing research we're funding.

Watch the full interview from 2:18:02 by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗 by @arthritisuk

114

4

a day ago

What is the link between sport, exercise and osteoarthritis? 🤔

#Osteoarthritis develops through a combination of factors, with sports injuries recognised as a significant contributor.

Our new report looks at 15 years of research into #sport, #exercise and osteoarthritis, and the difference it's making for people living with #arthritis.

Find out more by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗 An illustrated person playing soccer is on a maroon background. A yellow text box reads: "The link between sport, exercise & osteoarthritis." by @arthritisuk

70

1

2 days ago

Let your voice be heard and help shape the future of arthritis.

The Young People's panel are recruiting for a #volunteer.🎉

If you’re aged 18-24, live with #arthritis, and feel passionate about helping others, then we want to hear from you. The role will help develop new resources, support with campaigns, influence decision making, and so much more!

Find out more and apply by clicking the link in our bio or send us a DM. 📩 A person sitting at a table, holding a pen, appears engaged in conversation. A speech bubble above reads, "Your voice matters." Others are seated in the background. by @arthritisuk

31

2

4 days ago

We all get tired from time to time. But fatigue is different.

Fatigue is an intense type of physical and mental exhaustion that many people with arthritis face. Although we’re still working to understand what causes fatigue and how to treat it, there are a number of things you can do to manage your energy levels.

Find out more about fatigue by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗 A message on a raspberry and lime background reads: "Reminder: Fatigue is so much more than 'feeling tired'." by @arthritisuk

195

4

5 days ago

Meet three of our incredible arthritis researchers and find out more about what they do. 👉

As the largest independent funder of arthritis research in the UK, we are incredibly grateful for all the incredible researchers fighting for a future free from arthritis. Find out more about our research by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗 Two researchers in lab coats working together in a bright laboratory, one looks at a laptop. A sign reads, "Meet three researchers." by @arthritisuk

63

2

10 days ago

My favourite way to keep moving is ____________. 🚶

Everybody moves differently, from getting stuck in with the gardening to taking your canine companions out for a walk. Let us know how you move in the comments. 👇

We know that getting your body moving whilst living with arthritis isn't always easy. If you do want to get started with exercise you can find out more by clicking the link in our bio. Fill in the blank prompt on a raspberry background reads: "My favourite way to keep moving is (blank)." by @arthritisuk

19

2

11 days ago

Meet Isaac. 👋

Isaac was diagnosed with reactive #arthritis when he was 11, then four months later, with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA).

"When I was growing up, I felt like a passenger in my own body, waking up every day not knowing if I’d be in pain, able to make it down the stairs, was horrific."

At 18, Isaac fell in love with the gym and how it empowered him, "training, being able to use my body felt amazing, liberating because I was the one dictating my path."

Now working as an arthritis specific personal trainer, he aims to help others to empower themselves.

Read his full story by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗 Isaac wearing a tank top and cap is taking a selfie in an open field under a partly cloudy sky. The text reads "Meet Isaac" with a waving hand emoji. by @arthritisuk

115

8

15 days ago

Let us know how you're feeling today in the comments but ONLY in memes. 👇 A text reads "How are you feeling today? Meme responses only!" with a background color of burgundy. In the bottom right corner, a cat is giving a thumbs-up gesture. by @arthritisuk

37

25

19 days ago

What is walking football? ⚽

Find out more by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗

#walkingfootball #arthritis #football by @arthritisuk

30

0

22 days ago

The World Cup is in full swing, but for many people living with arthritis, they're facing an opponent every single day.

There are no substitutions, no time-outs, and no final whistles.

Whatever your journey looks like, you don't have to face it alone. 💜

We're here to support you every step of the way, on and off the football pitch. Click the link in our bio to find information, advice and support.

#arthritis #worldcup Silhouette of a person kicking a soccer ball on a maroon background. Large yellow text box with bold raspberry lettering reads, "Arthritis is the opponent no one signs up to face. by @arthritisuk

117

2

23 days ago

Meet Maddie. 👋

Maddie woke up one morning in April 2024 in extreme pain and unable to walk because her knee and ankle were so swollen. Eventually, she was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis.

Read her story by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗 Maddie standing in her pyjamas and holding an inflatable Valentines Day frame. by @arthritisuk

58

0

a month ago

Your hands and wrists are a commonly affected area when living with arthritis.

As long as you’re not in severe pain, and you don’t have any other symptoms that suggest you need medical attention, there are some simple steps you can take to ease most cases of hand and wrist pain.

Find out more by clicking the link in our bio. 🔗 A graphic of a stylized hand and wrist with bones visible, on a pink background. Text reads "Top tips for hand and wrist pain." by @arthritisuk

164

6

a month ago