The Injury Hub

Juvenile Arthritis: Info, Symptoms & Treatment.

Our Chartered Physiotherapists across Ireland are experts in the causes, symptoms and treatment of juvenile arthritis.

The Injury Hub: Juvenile Arthritis

What is juvenile arthritis?

Juvenile Arthritis is an umbrella term that describes conditions that can develop in children ages 16 and younger. Unlike typical arthritis, Juvenile Arthritis can involve the eyes, skin and gastrointestinal tract. The most common type of Juvenile Arthritis is Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA).

To be diagnosed with this condition a child must be younger than 16 and have initial swelling in one or more joints for at least six weeks.

Young child on a couch with juvenile arthritis

How We Can Help.

Symptoms, Treatment & How We Can Help Your Recovery.

Learn about common juvenile arthritis symptoms, effective treatments, and how our expert team supports your recovery journey every step of the way.

Juvenile arthritis (JA) refers to any form of arthritis or an arthritis-related condition that develops in children or teenagers who are less than 16 years of age.

Symptoms include:

  • Pain, swelling, tenderness and stiffness of joints, causing limited range of motion

  • Joint contracture

  • Damage to joint cartilage and bone leading to joint deformity and impaired use of the joint

  • Altered growth of bone and joints leading to short stature

  • Frequent fevers accompanied by malaise or fatigue

  • Eye problems

  • Rashes

Our Physiotherapists are highly skilled in the assessment and management of arthritis. They can show your child with arthritis different stretches and range-of-motion exercises that will reduce their pain when performing certain activities helping them to stay active. These exercises will make sure their joints stay flexible, reducing the risk of degenerative arthritis.

We will also teach your child strengthening exercises to help build up muscle and endurance. Your child will need to perform a range of these exercises daily to make daily activities easier to perform and helping to maintain their independence.

Certain techniques and treatments can also be performed by our Physiotherapists to minimise any joint damage or swelling that often occurs as a result of juvenile arthritis.

Our Paediatric Physiotherapists have the expertise and clinical training to provide expert treatment to children with arthritis. They will provide a comfortable assessment of your child and ensure the highest level of care at all stages of treatment.

We have a team of Clinical leads who visits our Chartered Physiotherapists and clinics to ensure a level of customer service and quality care that exceeds our competition is given to patients every time.

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Had a very positive experience. Had severe back pain and Dylan was able to see me at short notice. He was very thorough and clear in assessing and explaining my condition and structuring a recovery exercise program that worked very succesfully. I am now fully recovered and looking forward to being as active as I was before my injury.
Sonia F
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Really happy with the two appointments I had with Dylan Connelly to treat my calf strain. His approach was both professional and personable and he ensured that I was completely comfortable during all phases of the appointments. He explained and demonstrated the exercises in 'lay' terms and ensured that I understood and was happy with the approach and expected outcomes. I would definitely recommend Dylan for any physio needs.
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I met with Lisa on three occasions in relation to my hamstring and she was absolutely amazing! So easy to chat to and super informative. You need to book at least a week or two in advance to get a spot with her and it's no surprise. She's absolutely fantastic! He explained and demonstrated the exercises in 'lay' terms and ensured that I understood and was happy with the approach and expected outcomes. I would definitely recommend Dylan for any physio needs.
Lisa O
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I went to Olga for 4 or 5 weeks before the marathon this year for hip pain. I was contemplating not running as my long run training had become so painful on the hip. Olga treated with dry needling and massage and over 2 sessions, I saw a big difference. I continued a weekly session to keep me loose and followed her exercise plan. I completed the marathon with no hip issues and felt like my recovery after was a lot faster than previous years.
Margaret C
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Myself and my mother attended Craig for 3 sessions - he is expert at what he does, so understanding, gentle and kind. Great personality and a really skilled physio. Would recommend him absolutly without reservation.He explained and demonstrated the exercises in 'lay' terms and ensured that I understood and was happy with the approach and expected outcomes. I would definitely recommend Dylan for any physio needs.
Patrick M
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I had a painful trapped nerve in my neck which caused pain together with pins and needles running into my arm and hand. I attended Mohammed twice over a period of two weeks. It completely resolved after second appointment. Mohammed is an expert professional at what he does. I would highly recommend his services. I would definitely recommend Dylan for any physio needs.
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