Moving Forward with Arthritis

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! SEO Keywords: hi...

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...

Sharon Caddy speaks with Sadiq Jiwa about pursuing big dreams while living with arthritis. Many people assume that an arthritis diagnosis means giving up athletic goals or physical ambitions. Sadiq’s story proves that isn’t always the case. Diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis at just six years old, he grew up navigating pain and physical limitations while continuing to pursue his passion...

Healthy eating is important for everyone, but for people with arthritis, the right foods can make a huge difference. In this episode of Moving Forward with Arthritis, Sharon Caddy speaks with Kim Arrey about how nutrition can play a powerful role in managing arthritis. Kim is a registered Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist and nutrition coach based in Montreal who specializes in helping people manag...

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 practi...

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 strengt...

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 sim...

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 Episode 5 of Moving Forward with Arthritis, Sharon Caddy speaks with Margaret Wallis-Duffy about the role complementary therapies can play in managing arthritis and supporting overall wellness. Margaret is an award-winning Registered Massage Therapist with more than 30 years of experience running an integrative wellness clinic in Brampton, Ontario. She is also one of Canada’s leading wellness i...

In Episode 6 of Moving Forward with Arthritis, Sharon Caddy speaks with Lynda Fraser about the importance of prioritizing mental health when living with a chronic condition. Lynda Fraser, MSc (Psych.), BA (Sociology), is a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy practitioner and personal development coach who helps individuals develop practical tools to navigate stress, emotional challenges, and life transi...

In Episode 3 of Moving Forward with Arthritis, Sharon Caddy welcomes Dr. Mary DeVera to discuss an important topic for many people living with arthritis: pregnancy and the early years of parenting. Dr. DeVera holds a Canada Research Chair in Medication Adherence, Utilization and Outcomes. She is an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences and a R...

In Episode 4 of Moving Forward with Arthritis, Sharon Caddy welcomes Alli Mang, Canada’s ambassador for Global Wellness Day. Celebrated in more than 170 countries around the world, Global Wellness Day is coming to Canada for the very first time. Taking place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, this entirely not-for-profit global initiative encourages people to pause, reflect, and take meaningful steps tow...

Sharon Caddy is joined by Dr. Paul Zalzal, an orthopedic surgeon and member of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Zalzal is also widely known as co-host of the popular health podcast and YouTube channel Talking with Docs alongside Dr. Brad Weening. In this episode, Dr. Zalzal joins Sharon to break down the facts about joint replacement surgery. They discuss when joint repl...

Moving Forward with Arthritis is a health and lifestyle podcast focused on helping people understand and manage life with arthritis. Host Sharon Caddy shares her personal journey from an active life in fitness and athletics to being diagnosed with osteoarthritis in her early forties. Her experience with joint pain, hip replacements, foot surgeries, and long-term recovery shaped the mission of the...

Moving Forward with Arthritis is a health and lifestyle podcast focused on helping people understand and manage life with arthritis. Host Sharon Caddy shares her personal journey from an active life in fitness and athletics to being diagnosed with osteoarthritis in her early forties. Her experience with joint pain, hip replacements, foot surgeries, and long-term recovery shaped the mission of the...