Presenter: Professor Duncan Reid
Title: Living Well with Arthritis: Separating Myth from Reality
Abstract:
Is joint pain simply an unavoidable part of getting older - or can we do more than we think to stay active and independent?
Arthritis affects thousands of New Zealanders, yet many people believe that aching joints, pain and reduced mobility are simply an unavoidable part of getting older. In reality, our understanding of arthritis has changed dramatically, and there is now strong evidence that the right approach can help people remain active, independent and doing the things they love.
In this practical and evidence-based workshop, Professor Duncan Reid explores what arthritis is, why it develops, and the latest thinking on managing the condition. Drawing on more than 30 years' experience in sports medicine, musculoskeletal physiotherapy and rehabilitation, Duncan will separate fact from fiction, explain why movement is often the best medicine, and discuss practical strategies for reducing pain, maintaining joint health and building confidence to stay active.
Whether you're living with arthritis yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply wanting to better understand joint health as you age, this workshop will leave you with practical advice, greater confidence, and a clearer understanding of how to keep moving well for life.
Key Takeaways:
- Separate arthritis myths from evidence: Understand what arthritis is, what contributes to joint pain, and why some commonly held beliefs about ageing and movement may be holding people back.
- Learn practical ways to keep moving well: Explore evidence-based strategies to support joint health, reduce pain, maintain strength and mobility, and build confidence to stay active and independent.
Date:
This workshop will run on Tuesday 10th November from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Venue:
We're delighted to be hosting this workshop at AUT Millennium, New Zealand's premier high-performance sport and aquatic centre. Home to High Performance Sport New Zealand and many of the country's leading sporting organisations, it offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of elite sport and performance.
About the expert
Professor Duncan Reid
Professor Duncan Reid is one of New Zealand's leading experts in sports medicine, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, and injury prevention. He is Professor of Physiotherapy at Auckland University of Technology (AUT), where he combines teaching and research with ongoing clinical and advisory roles supporting elite sport and rehabilitation. His research focuses on musculoskeletal health, sports injuries, rehabilitation, and helping people remain active throughout life.
Over a career spanning more than 30 years, Duncan has worked with some of New Zealand's highest-performing athletes and sporting organisations. He served on the New Zealand Olympic and Commonwealth Games Medical Teams from the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games through to the 2000 Sydney Olympics, including as Chief Physiotherapist for multiple Games. He has also worked closely with Rowing New Zealand since 1988 and continues to support High Performance Sport New Zealand through research and professional development.
A respected researcher and educator, Duncan has published extensively in sports medicine and physiotherapy and is passionate about translating the latest evidence into practical advice that helps people move well, recover from injury, and enjoy healthier, more active lives. Outside of work, he is an accomplished surf lifesaver and Masters athlete, having won World, Australian, and New Zealand Masters Surf Boat Racing titles, and remains an enthusiastic cyclist, swimmer, and golfer.
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