Take Control This World Arthritis Day: Active Steps for Joint Wellbeing
Sunday 12 October, is World Arthritis Day, and this year’s global theme highlights the importance of Self-Management. A major part of successfully managing arthritis is staying active.
While winter can be a time when joint pain and stiffness feel worse, moving less can actually make symptoms worse. Physical activity is vital to help ease pain, increase strength and flexibility, and boost energy levels-plus it helps keep you warmer!
Stoke-on-Trent City Council Leisure Centres have dedicated programmes to help you stay active, safe, and supported all year round.
ESCAPE-pain (Enabling Self-management and Coping with Arthritic Pain using Exercise)
Join our highly effective, nationally recognised ESCAPE-pain programme, designed to help you manage chronic knee or hip pain through education and tailored exercise.
New programmes are starting soon. Book your place today:
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Centre |
Start Date |
Days |
Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
The Wallace |
Tuesday 21 October |
Tuesday and Thursday |
12pm-1pm |
|
Dimensions |
Tuesday 28 October |
Tuesday and Thursday |
11am-12pm |
|
Fenton Manor |
Wednesday 29 October |
Wednesday and Friday |
10am-11am |
Staying Joint Well This Winter with Good Boost
Don't let the colder months lead to less movement. Our Good Boost programme is perfect for those looking to manage joint pain and stay active without strain.
Good Boost uses the latest technology and friendly expert advice to create personalised exercise programmes—choose from pool-based or gym-based options. It helps support your joints and muscles without undue strain, making it an ideal choice for Winter Wellbeing.
Book your Good Boost consultation today and discover how to keep moving this season.
Wellbeing Office Dims 01782 235825
Wellbeing Office Fenton 01782 235004
Resources for Self-Management
We encourage you to visit the Versus Arthritis website for valuable information and support on living with arthritis.
You can also watch this short video from Versus Arthritis on the benefits of self-management: World Arthritis Day 2025 - Arthritis Action