Patient Information

Osteoarthritis

• Arthritis Australia
• Community Webinars – Musculoskeletal Australia
• Make Healthy Normal – NSW Health
• My Joint Pain
• MOVE Muscle, Bone, and Joint Health:
  • National Help Line: 1800‑263‑265
  • Osteoarthritis
• Osteoarthritis Healthy For Life (for eligible private health fund members with knee and hip OA)
• Osteoarthritis of the Knee Decision Support Tool – Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care. The aim of this tool is to:
  • help you discuss the main treatment options with your doctor or health professional.
  • support you to make decisions about your care.
• Knee Strengthening Exercise Program – RACGP
• What are My Options for Managing Hip or Knee Osteoarthritis – Musculoskeletal Cochrane
• Get Healthy – a NSW Health initiative that helps people make lifestyle changes to achieve and maintain a healthy weight
  • Get Healthy Coaching (free, confidential phone service) 8.00 am to 8.00 pm, Monday to Friday, phone 1300‑806‑258