What Are the Objectives? Drive awareness of joint Provide education - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Joint Matters at Work Working with Joint Pain PRESENTED TO: Husky Energy Corporation - Calgary The Arthritis Society Alberta and Northwest Territories Division Why Are We Here Today? 1 in 3 They want to work 60% 55% reported going to work
Working with Joint Pain
PRESENTED TO: Husky Energy Corporation - Calgary The Arthritis Society Alberta and Northwest Territories Division
had to quit work because
Close to half of respondents said they did not disclose their disease to their employer
60%
and 54 years of age
They want to work
55%
reported going to work despite experiencing great pain and discomfort
Drive awareness of joint health in the workplace with both employees and employers Provide education to support early recognition
Provide resources to enhance the well-being of employees so they can stay at work Elevate the profile of arthritis with corporate leaders and help create a culture where people feel supported.
Arthritis the facts Diagnosing arthritis Challenges to working Self management Arthritis research The Arthritis Society
THERE IS NO CURE FOR ARTHRITIS
Most common chronic disease in Canada One in six people; one in five by 2031 Nearly 500,000 people in Alberta/NWT 2/3 of people affected by arthritis are women Three in a thousand children with Juvenile Arthritis; nearly one in every school People of any age can have arthritis, the majority are of working age
Arthritis means inflammation of a joint, which can cause:
Pain Stiffness Occasional swelling Difficulty moving a joint Irreversible joint damage
It can also affect soft tissues surrounding the joints
There are two main categories:
Osteoarthritis Inflammatory Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis Psoriatic arthritis Ankylosing spondylitis
Affects 1 in 10 people Degenera(on of car(lage Pain and stiffness X-ray changes become visible Decreased range of motion Increased functional difficulties
Affects about
Rheumatoid Arthritis most common Autoimmune disease Pain and swelling Extreme fatigue Unusual stiffness
OSTEOARTHRITIS INFLAMMATORY ARTHRITIS Primary Genes
No obvious reason Inherited tendency Inherited tendency
Secondary Trigger
Prior injury Viral infec0on Environmental factor
Why Do People Get Arthritis?
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Joint stiffness (especially in the morning upon waking) Occasional swelling of any joint Difficulty moving a joint Joint Pain Pain that interferes with your work/daily life
It is important to diagnose arthritis early in order to prevent or delay disability.
Difficulties with:
Working on a computer Being in one position for a long time The pace and scheduling of work
Fatigue and lack of energy can affect concentration and productivity, and lead to increased stress
Simple techniques to protect joints in the workplace Provide adaptations and accommodations early to keep people working A supportive culture
Joint damage can be managed and reduced in the workplace
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Ask for help Active joint protection Pace yourself Plan ahead Assess your work environment
Prioritize at work, home and leisure
Reasonable pace I Alternate I Switch Positions I Take a Break!
Practice Correct: Posture I Lifting & Moving I Seating and use Protective Techniques and Equipment
Should I Tell My Employer? Personal Choice * Easier to Manage * Support of co-workers and employer can be essential
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4.6 million Canadians living with arthritis
Canada
MISSION Provide leadership and funding for research, advocacy and solutions to improve the quality of life for Canadians
The Arthritis Society is presently funding
projects across Canada In 2013, the AB/ NWT division contributed more than $1 million toward research In 2013, nationally, we committed $4.5 million in new research projects
Government Funding 0% Corporations, Foundations, Service Clubs 8% Walk to Fight Arthritis/other Special Events 18% Individual Gifts
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74%
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