By the end of this section, you should understand:
The three main ways to support someone with arthritis
How arthritis affects daily life and care needs
Considerations for supporting someone in a care home
Module 6: living environment and helpful aids/ devices
Easy
6:50 mins
Upon completion of this section, you should understand:
NICE guidance on the use of aids and devices
Key points about walking aids and stair use
Adaptations and helpful devices for daily living
Importance of suitable chairs and footwear
Assistive aids for dressing
Module 4: exercise
Easy
11:50 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to understand:
NICE-recommended core treatments for people with clinical osteoarthritis
Different types of exercise and their benefits
The role of physiotherapy in managing arthritis
Module 3: sleep and fatigue
Easy
7:50 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to understand:
How arthritis can affect sleep
The impact of poor sleep on health and wellbeing
Practical ways to improve sleep quality
The difference between tiredness and fatigue
Signs of fatigue and how it affects daily life
Strategies to manage fatigue
Support options for emotional wellbeing
Module 2: symptoms and cause of arthritis
9:37 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to:
Describe what a healthy joint looks like
Understand the physical effects of osteoarthritis
Identify common symptoms and how osteoarthritis pain is described
Recognize which joints are most commonly affected
Module 1 : Introduction
Easy
7:40 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to:
Identify the different types of arthritis and related conditions
Understand the prevalence of arthritis in the UK
Recognize who is most likely to develop arthritis
Distinguish between common myths and facts about arthritis
Brief Introduction to Arthritis Care
Easy
3:09 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to:
• Identify the different types of arthritis and related conditions
• Understand the prevalence of arthritis in the UK
• Recognize who is most at risk of developing arthritis
• Distinguish between common myths and facts about arthritis
Module 4: Advanced stage of Parkinson’s
Easy
4:04 mins
Upon completion of this section, you will be able to:
Understand how Parkinson’s disease progresses.
Identify challenges experienced in the advanced stages of Parkinson’s.
Understand the care planning process.
Recognize the role of palliative care.
Module 3: Managing Parkinson’s
Easy
10:28 mins
By the end of this section, learners will be able to demonstrate an understanding of:
The main approaches to managing Parkinson’s
The role of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
How early intervention helps people maintain independence
Therapies that support daily living and symptom management
How Parkinson’s medication works and how it is managed
Module 2: Sign , symptoms and supporting people with Parkinson’s
Easy
26:30 mins
By the end of this section, you should be able to demonstrate an understanding of:
The potential signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s
Practical ways to provide care and support to help people manage their symptoms effectively
