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Adventuring with Osteoarthritis

Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PTosteoarthritis.buzzsprout.com

Adventuring with Osteoarthritis is a podcast meant to inspire, motivate, and encourage you seek out adventure despite having painful joints. Gone are the days of doom, gloom and old school myths, instead, you'll hear from experts and real people with osteoarthritis as they share insight on how to successfully live an active life with many different treatment options (surgery isn't the only one!). Dr. Alyssa Kuhn is a physical therapist and specializes in helping those with osteoarthritis. Follow her on Youtube at "Alyssa, Arthritis Adventure".

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Episodes

Stem cells, PRP and other surgical alternatives for osteoarthritis with Dr. Joe Albano

Find out more about Dr. Joe Albano in Cottonwood Heights, Utah: https://albanoclinic.com/ Here’s an article I wrote for the Albano clinic: https://albanoclinic.com/10-best-exercises-after-a-stem-cell-injection-in-your-knee/ Today Dr. Joe Albano and Alyssa discuss stem cells, PRP (platet-rich plasma) and other surgical alternatives to osteoarthritis. Research is now starting to be developed about these regenerative medicine procedures and have the potential to bring symptom relief if consistent c...

Apr 12, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Strength training for beginners and a recent osteoarthritis diagnosis with Jacqueline, a personal trainer with Her Garden Gym

Jacqueline is a personal trainer in the UK and the founder of Her Garden Gym. You can find her on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/hergardengym/ . She has created her business on the pillar of active aging- breaking through all kinds of different stereotypes such as ageism, strength training as you get older, and showing you that it is never too late. I recently did an episode with her on instagram live that you can find here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CbYSdIYoLHo/ In this episode we tal...

Apr 05, 202235 minSeason 1Ep. 19

ONE thing that is missed with lumbar arthritis that can unlock adventure

Have you been told you have lumbar arthritis, degenerative disc disease or have just been dealing with chronic back pain? If you haven’t found relief or are struggling to get back to activities like walking- there may be one thing that you’re missing. There is one thing that can actually impact your back or spine pain that many people don’t look at. Find out what it is in this episode with Dr. Alyssa Kuhn, PT and osteoarthritis specialist herself. //Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources: Kic...

Mar 29, 202210 minSeason 1Ep. 19

How to make lifting weights less scary with osteoarthritis, powerlifting and more with Derek Miles, PT with Barbell Medicine

Listen to a conversation with Derek Miles, a physical therapist with Barbell Medicine. We talked about lifting weights with osteoarthritis- why it’s important and how to make it seem less scary! He also talked about powerlifting and how to get involved in a community. Barbell Medicine brings modern medicine to strength and conditioning. Learn more here: https://www.barbellmedicine.com/ Derek is a residency trained physical therapist currently working at Stanford Children’s Health as the Advanced...

Mar 22, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Tips to relieve your hand & thumb osteoarthritis pain with Corinne, an occupational therapist and hand coach

Learn from Corrine, an occupational therapist with a love for hands and helping your hands feel better, especially with osteoarthritis! Today we discussed the top remedies to help relieve morning stiffness, how to prevent the progression of finger deformities, the best ways to protect your thumb, and what surgical options are available. 1. Top remedies for hand osteoarthritis to combat stiffness in the morning 2. Your top remedies to prevent finger deformities (if possible) 3. Top remedies for t...

Mar 15, 202229 minSeason 1Ep. 18

How to THRIVE with Osteoarthritis: Q&A with Dr. Alyssa Kuhn on all things joint stiffness, joint pain relief + high impact exercise

In this question and answer with me, a physical therapist, Dr. Alyssa Kuhn you will learn how to find joint stiffness relief if you are able to jump with osteoarthritis and why you should think about it If high impact exercise is possible again what the best type of exercise is if you have osteoarthritis It’s time to feel empowered and motivated to adventure. This is your sign to start your own arthritis adventure today! Youtube video version: https://youtu.be/Hel6KECzaOs Watch the high impact v...

Mar 08, 202224 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Chatting with Rana Hinman, an Australian Researcher & Physiotherapist on the latest Knee Osteoarthritis Research

Rana Hinman is a physiotherapist and researcher based out of the University of Melbourne in Australia. She has been at the forefront of knee osteoarthritis research as it comes to how both clinicians and patients use various treatments for knee osteoarthritis as well as other treatment options that are available. Here she explains her past research, her future research plans, and what all of these results mean to you! PEAK training: https://healthsciences.unimelb.edu.au/departments/physiotherapy...

Feb 22, 202250 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Talking with an orthopedic surgeon about knee replacements, what to ask your own surgeon, and what options you have!

Find out more about Dr. Daniel Gibbs here: https://heidenortho.com/doctors/daniel-gibbs/ //Blog post How to decide on joint replacement surgery: https://keeptheadventurealive.com/how-do-you-know-if-you-need-a-joint-replacement/ In this episode of Adventuring with Osteoarthritis, Alyssa sat down with Dr. Daniel Gibbs, who is a board certified orthopedic surgeon here in Utah with Heiden Orthopedics. You will learn: When to consider a total knee replacement Are you ever too young for a joint replac...

Feb 15, 202232 minSeason 1Ep. 15

How to make nutrition SIMPLE & decrease arthritis pain with EC Synkowski

If you are sitting there thinking, “I really want to start making healthier choices with food but I have no idea where to start…” this episode is for you! Join EC Synkowski of Optimize Me Nutrition and I as we discussed how to get started towards controlling osteoarthritis pain, controlling your weight, and reaching your nutritional goals. In this episode we discuss: The best 3 steps to get started with to make healthy eating SIMPLE Is low carb or keto the best way to control joint pain? Are you...

Feb 08, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 14

How to Avoid Surgery with Knee Osteoarthritis- Everything You Need to Know

If you are looking for motivation, hope, and optimism if you have knee osteoarthritis- you are in the right place! I do want to add a disclaimer that this in no way demonizes surgery and there is absolutely a time and place for surgery but it should not be the first and only option. Learn how powerful conservative measures can be. Watch the Youtube video of this presentation here Read this blog post for more detailed instructions on how to tackle knee osteoarthritis If you have bone on bone knee...

Feb 01, 202233 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Q&A: Osteoarthritis myths, Hand Osteoarthritis, & What to Do When Sitting At A Desk

//Videos mentioned in episode: Toe and Ankle Arthritis: https://youtu.be/-7bcKiHz9nY Hand osteoarthritis: https://youtu.be/LpB1BhWZG_8 Ankle Arthritis: https://youtu.be/Q6iVh6dLrwA In this question and answer session with Alyssa you will learn: What is the biggest arthritis myth? The best treatments for hand, foot, and ankle osteoarthritis? What are the best things to do sitting at a desk? Do I need to do “arthritis exercises” for the rest of my life? What is the best way to measure progress wit...

Jan 25, 202225 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Hiking the Grand Canyon After a Total Knee Replacement- How Mac Made It Possible

Mac's Hiking for Seniors 60+ in Utah Group: Join here Mac tells his story about dealing with knee osteoarthritis as a veteran, a retired police deputy, and now an avid hiker as he resides in Utah. He has knee osteoarthritis with a history of a knee replacement as well as hand osteoarthritis but he didn't let that stop him from hiking the grand canyon rim to rim. He has completed so many amazing hikes and says he likes to live a life from national geographic instead of just watching it. Learn his...

Jan 18, 202232 minSeason 1Ep. 11

5 Ways to Immediately Reduce Osteoarthritis Pain - Best Ways to Get Through Flare Ups & Higher Pain Levels

Learn the 5 best ways to immediately reduce osteoarthritis pain without procedures or cortisone injections! These 5 things are simple yet effective but are great to have in your toolbox of arthritis relief strategies to help with flare ups and periods of higher levels of pain. Watch the youtube video here Mentioned in the episode: Join the FREE 4 Day Workout Challenge BEST Knee Sleeves for Arthritis blog post //Videos: Decrease Back Pain with a Foam Roller Straight leg raise Seated straight leg ...

Jan 11, 202219 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Wait...you CAN run with osteoarthritis?! Find out how with fellow physical therapist Brodie Sharpe

You'll learn the myths surrounding running with osteoarthritis, what you need to do to prepare your joints to handle running and so much more with Brodie Sharp of the Run Smarter Series . He is the host of the Run Smarter Podcast and a fellow physical therapist based in Australia who specializes in helping people get back to and enjoy running. Blog Post: How to Successfully Run with Knee Arthritis Youtube video: I can run with osteoarthritis?! // Adventuring with Osteoarthritis Resources : Coach...

Jan 04, 202256 minSeason 1Ep. 9

How Mary changed her life from weight gain & osteoarthritis to adventuring with strength training in her 70s!

Mary completely turned her life around in her mid 60s and is now thriving in her 70s. She has dealt with weight gain and chronic osteoarthritis pain and stiffness in her knees and big toe. She said enough is enough and began her strength training journey. She is now stronger than ever and going on all sorts of adventures. Find out how she started, special considerations along the way and what Mary includes in her diet in this inspiring episode bringing to life the theory of "It's never too late"...

Dec 28, 202142 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Rheumatologists play a KEY ROLE in overcoming osteoarthritis pain- Learn EXACTLY how with Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz

Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz from Connected Rheumatology based in Dallas, TX joins the interview today discussing the best ways to manage osteoarthritis pain including: how she feels about joint injections and what you need to watch out for the most important natural approaches to pain relief how to know if you also have rheumatoid arthritis questions to ask your rheumatologist at the next appointment ...and MORE! Follow her on Youtube HERE ! Follow her on Instagram HERE ! // Adventuring with Osteoarthri...

Dec 21, 202149 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Feels like Osteoarthritis Came Out Of Nowhere: Yoga Instructor's Journey to Overcoming Bone on Bone Knee Arthritis

If you are diagnosed with osteoarthritis, sometimes it can feel like it came out of nowhere. All of a sudden you have pain and it keeps getting worse...sound familiar? Kristin was a yoga instructor and was very active her in Utah. She started developing knee pain and tried to ignore it. Now she is dealing with bone on bone knee arthritis and shares her story about finding relief, avoiding surgery, and finding hope again. The course, referenced in this episode, the Arthritis Adventure Blueprint c...

Dec 14, 202130 minSeason 1Ep. 6

You are more at risk for Osteoporosis: Exactly what you need to know to prevent and manage it with osteoarthritis

When looking at at osteoarthritis vs osteoporosis, they are different conditions but they actually are connected at some level...It's important to know because osteoporosis can have some serious complications if not careful. If you have osteoarthritis you likely are more at risk for osteoporosis which gives an even greater reason to exercise! Find out how they are connected and what you can do to increase bone strength! Osteoporosis Youtube Workouts : Version 1 Version 2 Studies: The LIFTMOR Tri...

Dec 07, 202125 minSeason 1Ep. 5

A Powerlifter's Journey to Breaking Records Despite Osteoarthritis

Have you ever considered weightlifting with arthritis?! Mava is a powerlifter who was diagnosed with osteoarthritis and was able to qualify and compete in the WORLDS MEET in 2018 for Canada. How awesome is that?! After successfully powerlifting in her twenties, to a 34 year break for her kids, she returned to powerlifting in her 60s despite dealing with osteoarthritis in most of her joints. She describes how she modified her training, her top training tools to help her arthritic hands, shoulders...

Nov 30, 202129 minSeason 1Ep. 4

BEST (& worst) lists of supplements and foods for inflammation with Dr. Ann Kluze

Dr. Ann Kulze is a best-selling author, physician, and highly sought motivational speaker in the areas of nutrition, healthy living, and disease prevention. With formal training in both nutrition and medicine, along with extensive “hands on” experience as a wife, mother of 4, and trusted family physician, Dr. Ann has distinguished herself as a one-of-a-kind “real world” nutrition and wellness expert. She is the Founder and CEO of the wellness education firm, Dr. Ann Wellness, as well as The Heal...

Nov 23, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Insulin Resistance: A Major Contributor to Osteoarthritis Pain with Dr. Morgan Nolte

Insulin resistance can play a key role in the progression of osteoarthritis. Today I sat down with Dr. Morgan Nolte of Zivli who is a physical therapist and weight loss coach. She explains what insulin resistance is, the symptoms of insulin resistance and what to do if you have it. Reversing insulin resistance is possible and can dramatically impact the way your arthritic joints feel! Resources: Check out Dr. Morgan's INSULIN RESISTANCE MASTERCLASS | How to Lower Your Insulin Resistance & In...

Nov 15, 20211 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Running with Dogs & Bone on Bone Knee Arthritis

Listen to this interview with Brenda, a woman who was looking for a way to overcome bone on bone knee arthritis pain to keep up with her love for dog agility. Dog agility is a dog sport in which a handler directs a dog through an obstacle course in a race for both time and accuracy (requires running!) She was feeling frustrated and concerned about her options because she didn't want surgery but wanted to stay active. Through the Arthritis Adventure Blueprint she has been able to accomplish amazi...

Nov 11, 202140 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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