MHA Blogs

Bella and Mikayla on WORD Day

Bella and Mikayla on World Young Rheumatic Diseases Day (WORD Day) 2025. In honour of World Young Rheumatic Diseases Day…

2 weeks ago

Embracing life with Perthes’ disease

A journey of overcoming challenges and finding opportunities Written by Tim Allen. Living with Perthes’ disease has presented numerous challenges,…

3 weeks ago

Women’s musculoskeletal health and social connection

What is social connection and why does it matter? Written by: Dr Rajna Ogrin When we say social connection, we…

1 month ago

Women and musculoskeletal conditions

Saturday, March 8 is International Women’s Day. The day is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women around…

2 months ago

My musculoskeletal journey: From cricket to sports massage to advocacy

Meet Isabella Fitzgibbon…as an eleven-year-old, Isabella was diagnosed with slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) of her left hip, a condition…

2 months ago

Five simple gift ideas to share with family and friends

If you or someone you care about is living with a musculoskeletal condition like arthritis or back pain, finding a…

4 months ago

Osteosarcopenia: A hidden health concern

Osteosarcopenia (os-tee-oh-sar-koh-pee-nee-uh) is a term used to describe the combined effects of two common age-related health conditions: osteoporosis (os·​te·​o·​po·​ro·​sis) and…

4 months ago

Being an active participant in your musculoskeletal healthcare

As our population ages, ensuring healthcare is inclusive, effective, and tailored to the needs of older adults has become more…

4 months ago

Are you ready for the holidays?

With 2024 almost over we’re all a bit worn out. It’s been another busy one, so it’s no surprise that…

4 months ago

Go on that incredible adventure.

Travelling can be an incredible adventure, but it can sometimes cause anxiety and stress if you have a chronic condition.…

5 months ago