Sharon speaks with two friends and former colleagues,retired broadcasters Catherine deKorte and Karen Cumming about their experiences with hip replacement surgery.

The three “Old Hippies” discuss the road to diagnosis, treatments, eventual surgeries and recovery. If you’ve ever wished you had a couple of friends you could ask about hip replacement surgery this episode is for you!

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Sharon Caddy speaks with Trish Barbato, President and CEO of The Arthritis Society about this bold national plan to end Arthritis.

Arthritis is Canada’s silent epidemic. More than 6 million people in Canada live with arthritis today, that’s more people than diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer, and dementia combined. Yet arthritis remains dangerously misunderstood, chronically underfunded, and systematically ignored.

The reality is stark:

• 1 in 4 women and 1 in 6 men have arthritis
• 25,000 children and youth currently seek healthcare for arthritis
• $45.9 billion annual drain on Canada’s economy
• #1 cause of disability, forcing millions from work and community life
• 9 million Canadians will have arthritis by 2045 without immediate action

Arthritis is a health issue that can no longer be ignored.

Canada is failing arthritis patients, and the evidence is undeniable. For the second time in three years, The State of Arthritis in Canada Report Card has assigned low and failing grades to every single province and territory.

In response to this crisis, Arthritis Society Canada is leading the launch of Arthritis Action Now: The Plan to End Arthritis in Canada.

UNPRECEDENTED UNITY FOR CHANGE

Arthritis Action Now is Canada’s first actionable, coordinated strategy to transform prevention, care, and research for arthritis.

It was co-created by 21 ecosystem champions organizations representing patients, clinicians, researchers, health system leaders, and advocates. Together, we engaged more than 100,000 Canadians in the largest consultation ever conducted on arthritis in Canada.

This is a mobilization blueprint designed for immediate implementation across three strategic pillars.

THE PLAN

Arthritis Action Now has three interconnected pathways—policy priorities, research and innovation, and catalysts for change—to drive transformative change for the six million people in Canada with arthritis.

Link to the Arthritis Action Now document: Arthritis Action Now - Arthritis Society Canada

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Sharon Caddy welcomes back Margaret Wallis-Duffy to explore the many assistive devices that can help people living with arthritis maintain independence, mobility, and comfort.

Margaret is an award-winning Registered Massage Therapist with more than 30 years of experience in integrative wellness and the founder of the Preventative Health Awareness Movement (PHAM). In this episode, she shares practical insights into the wide range of tools designed to make everyday tasks easier for people dealing with joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.

From simple kitchen aids and jar openers to mobility supports and ergonomic tools, Sharon and Margaret discuss how these devices can help reduce strain on the joints and make daily life more manageable. They also talk about the importance of removing the stigma around using assistive devices and embracing solutions that support independence and quality of life.

If you’re living with arthritis—or caring for someone who is—this episode highlights practical tools that can make a meaningful difference.

Website: www.wallisforwellness.com

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In this inspiring episode of Moving Forward with Arthritis Sharon Caddy speaks with Zac Spinosa about resilience, movement, and the role fitness can play in overcoming major health challenges.

At just 16 years old, Zac faced a life-changing diagnosis that nearly stopped him in his tracks. With the support of his family and the healing power of movement, he discovered a new understanding of strength—one built not just on physical ability, but on perseverance and community.

That journey led Zac to create Forge Fitness in 2018, a community gym focused on transformation, support, and inclusive training for people of all fitness levels and physical challenges.

In this episode, Zac shares how movement can help people rebuild confidence, improve mobility, and develop resilience—especially for those living with chronic conditions or recovering from serious health setbacks. Sharon and Zac also talk about how supportive fitness communities can make a powerful difference in people’s lives.

This inspiring conversation highlights how strength is built not only in the body, but through community, determination, and the courage to keep moving forward.

Website: www.forgefitness.com

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In Episode 7 of Moving Forward with Arthritis, Sharon Caddy sits down with Dr. Liza Egbogah to talk about something many people with arthritis struggle with—foot health.

Known widely as “Dr. Liza,” she is a Toronto-based chiropractor, manual osteopath, and body posture expert. She is also the founder of The Fix Healthcare and creator of the Dr. Liza Shoes line of fashionable orthopaedic footwear.

In this episode, Dr. Liza shares why proper footwear and foot support are so important for people living with arthritis and other mobility challenges. She explains how posture, alignment, and the right shoes can impact everything from joint pain to overall movement and comfort.

Sharon and Dr. Liza also discuss the balance between style and support—proving that healthy footwear doesn’t have to sacrifice fashion. Along the way, Dr. Liza shares practical tips for choosing shoes that support your feet, your posture, and your long-term joint health.

Whether you’re dealing with arthritis in your feet, plantar fasciitis, or simply want to make smarter footwear choices, this episode is packed with helpful advice.

Website: www.drlizashoes.com

In Episode 9 of Moving Forward with Arthritis, SharonCaddy speaks with Natasha Trehan about her journey living with JuvenileIdiopathic Arthritis and her work supporting young people with rheumaticdiseases.

Natasha was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis atjust 13 years old. During her early years navigating the condition, she oftenfelt isolated and struggled to find others who shared similar experiences. Thatchanged after joining a support group and connecting with other youth livingwith arthritis.

In March 2021, Natasha launched the Take a Pain Checkpodcast to create a space where young patients could hear stories, shareexperiences, and feel less alone. Soon after, she founded the Take a Pain CheckFoundation to further support youth and young adults through advocacy,community initiatives, and awareness efforts.

Natasha also shares her academic journey, having completedher undergraduate degree in Translational and Molecular Medicine at theUniversity of Ottawa in 2025.

This episode highlights the power of community, advocacy,and peer support—showing how one young patient turned her experience into amovement that helps others feel understood and empowered.

Website: www.takeapaincheck.com

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