Living with Osteoarthritis- Joanne's story

Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in your joints gradually deteriorates. It's more common in older people, but through wear and tear due to high workload, it can appear at any age. What happens when a dancer gets diagnosed with early-onset osteoarthritis? Your career, your whole life depends on your body working as it should- what happens when it doesn't? Joanne has been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in 2015 and she's here today to share her experience. Being the amazingly strong person she is, my fabulous friend has not let the fact that her knees refuse to work stop her. How does she do it? And what can you do if you're suffering from the same predicament? Listen to the show and come back to us with any comments and questions.Our podcast is ad-free, so any products or services we recommend are mentioned purely because we believe in them. If you're suffering from arthritis have a look at ARTHR and their products that can make your everyday life a bit easier.Get in touch at [email protected] or message us on InstagramListen to all the episodes hereVisit our website 

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Two world champion dancers discuss the glitz, glamour, sweat and tears of the wonderful world of professional dancing. She's Just a Dancer takes a look behind the scenes and discovers what it took successful female dancers to reach the top of their game in the performing arts industry. Fun episodes about the glittery side of dancing alternate with some real talk about discrimination, eating disorders and psychological pressures of a professional dancer's career and make the listener realise just what it takes to be successful in our world. Musical theatre, ballet, acting, singing and dancing are what we're passionate about- welcome to our world!