Is this arthritis pain management program for beginners?
The Pathway through Arthritis program leads individuals step-by-step. Everything is introduced and explained clearly, making the program suitable for those new to chronic arthritis pain self-management. There are set breakpoints throughout to ensure individuals don't rush. Participants can go at their own pace and take as many additional breaks as required.
Is the arthritis pain management program for anyone?
Pathway through Arthritis is a web-based digital treatment program that empowers control over arthritis pain with effective self-management strategies. Anyone with arthritis can benefit from the program as a wide-range of knowledge and pain management techniques are learned on the program for the participant to find what works best for them personally.
How long will I have access to the program?
Once enrolled you will have either one year or three years to complete the program and access its tools (depending on the licence given/purchased). You can take part at your own pace and will learn lifelong skills and techniques for continuing your practice into the future. Some time and motivation are required to achieve the most benefit; the key is regular practice.
What is the time commitment for the arthritis pain management program?
Individuals take part at their own pace, with set break points throughout the program to ensure pacing. Participants are led through 22 manageable steps, comprising of pre-recorded video-led sessions, exercises and assignments with accompanying motivational emails. Each step varies in length, averaging 15-mins, with a recommendation to complete a few steps each week.
How does the arthritis pain management benefit individuals?
Pathway through Arthritis empowers people to take control of their persistent arthritis pain and move forward with a better quality of life. The program delivers a combination of physical and psychological therapies that improve pain self-management and reduce the impact of arthritis. A wide-range of knowledge and practical pain self-management techniques are learned on the program for the participant to find what works for them personally.
Is there a participant helpdesk?
The team provide non-clinical support to all participants. If you are experiencing technical issues or have a general question about the program or your participation, please get in touch.
How does the program work?
The Pathway through Arthritis program is linear, asynchronous, on-demand, and self-guided. Participants are led by a multidisciplinary expert team through 22 manageable steps, comprising of pre-recorded video-led sessions, exercises and assignments with accompanying motivational emails. The program empowers control over arthritis pain with effective self-management strategies.
How can I provide the pain management program to my patients / employees?
Pathway through Arthritis is from Wellmind Health. Cost-effective solutions are provided to license Wellmind Health's treatment programs in healthcare, workplace, and social enterprise settings. Learn more here.
Will Pathway through Arthritis cure my persistent arthritis pain?
Pathway through Arthritis is not a curative treatment. It is important for participants to accept that pain will still be there at the end of the program. However, Pathway through Arthritis empowers control over pain with effective self-management strategies that reduce its impact, so participants can move forward with confidence and a better quality of life.
Is the arthritis pain management program accessible?
Yes. The Pathway through Arthritis program is a web-app compatible with all desktop and mobile devices. There are subtitles on all of the video and audio content. If captions do not automatically display on the video, simply click the 'CC' button to turn them on.
Where can I enrol myself onto the program?
Pathway through Arthritis is available to individuals via our licensed providers. These include healthcare services, workplaces, social enterprises and more. If you are in or starting employment, you may be eligible for funding via an Access to Work grant or from your employer: see here for details. Please note that we are unable to check if a particular provider can offer you the program; you will need to enquire with them directly.