Transcript Life Improvement Programs - South Carolina Recreation & Parks

Life Improvement Programs
• Partnership between:
DHEC Arthritis Program and SC
Recreation and Park Association
• Statewide Roll Out of Arthritis
Foundation Exercise Program
What is Arthritis?
• Arthritis comprises over 100 different
diseases and conditions.
• Some common forms are osteoarthritis,
rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, lupus,
and gout.
• Symptoms include pain, aching, stiffness,
and swelling in or around the joints.
• Some forms of arthritis, such as
rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, affect vital
organs and cause widespread symptoms.
Why Arthritis is a Public
Health Issue?
• It affects almost one third of SC adults, making
it one of our most common diseases.
• As the population ages, this number will
increase dramatically.
• It is the leading cause of disability among U.S.
adults, limiting everyday activities for more
than 17.4 million Americans.
• Each year, arthritis results in 750 thousand
hospitalizations and 36 million outpatient
visits.
• Estimated direct cost of medical care is $80.8
billion, and the estimated total cost is $128
billion.
Importance of Physical
Activity
Doctors and therapists know that
moderate physical activity can
improve your health without
hurting your joints
Arthritis Foundation
• The Arthritis Foundation is the only
national not-for-profit organization
that supports the more than 100
types of arthritis and related
conditions.
• Nationally Recognized
• Conducts evidence-based programs
to improve the quality of life for
those living with arthritis.
Benefits of Evidence Based
Prevention Programs
• Science tells us it works
• Increases the likelihood of positive
outcomes
• Leads to efficient use of resources
• Facilitates the spread of programs
• Uses common performance
measures
• Makes it easier to get funding
Arthritis Foundation
Exercise Program
• An exercise program designed
specifically for people with
arthritis that uses gentle
activities to help increase joint
flexibility and range of motion
and to help maintain muscle
strength.
Arthritis Foundation
Exercise Program
• 1 hr, 2-3 times per week, 8 weeks or
ongoing
• Activities seated, standing or lying
• Instructors certified by Arthritis
Foundation
• Developed by AF in 1987, revised in
1999
Arthritis Foundation Exercise
Program Evidence
Improvements in
measures, such as:
 Pain
 Self-efficacy
 Self-care behaviors
 Mood/depression
 Functional ability
Call to Action
• Arthritis Foundation Exercise
Program Leader Training
• March 10-11, 2011
• March 10 will be held in
Columbia
• March 11 will be a webinar
• Must attend both days
• Application due March 3, 2011
Contact Information
• Cora Plass
[email protected]
(803) 898-0349
• Meredith Maliszewski
[email protected]
(803) 898-9578