Awareness events across Kadapa, Nellore on the occasion of World Arthritis Day 2026
People taking part in an awareness march from Vidyasagar Hospital in Kadapa on Monday. Photo: By agreement | Photo credit: BY ARRANGEMENT
On the occasion of World Arthritis Day 2026, hospitals organized various events and seminars to raise awareness and promote joint health, while highlighting measures to prevent joint pain and muscle stiffness among people.
On the occasion of World Arthritis Day, Vidyasagar Arthritis Foundation in collaboration with Vidyasagar Hospital organized an awareness walk from Vidyasagar Hospital to Mahaveer Circle in Kadapa on Monday.
The goal of the event was to increase public awareness of arthritis, encourage early diagnosis and preventative measures, and promote regular physical activity and healthy lifestyle practices for better joint health.
Kadapa District Additional Police Inspector Prakash Babu attended the event. The walkathon witnessed enthusiastic participation of people from various age groups and professional backgrounds, including children, youth, senior citizens, doctors and nurses.
Orthopedic surgeon and robotic joint replacement surgeon Dr. C. Vidyasagar Reddy emphasized the importance of early recognition and appropriate treatment of arthritis in the gathering.
He explained that regular physical activity, muscle-strengthening exercises, maintaining a healthy body weight and a balanced lifestyle can help preserve joint function, reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
Under the theme ‘Achieve Your Dreams – Arthritis Shouldn’t Stop Your Dreams’, the walkathon carried the message ‘Unite for Joint Health’. Organizers reiterated their commitment to creating awareness about arthritis prevention, early detection, joint health and healthy aging.
In Nellore, Bhaskar Orthopedic Hospital organized an awareness seminar on the occasion of World Arthritis Day, organized under the aegis of Community Paramedics and Primary Health Care Providers Welfare Association of India.
On this occasion, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Konatham Bhaskar educated patients and the general public about the symptoms, prevention measures and treatment methods of arthritis as well as the importance of maintaining joint health.
He stated that early diagnosis and appropriate treatment of arthritis can help control pain and preserve joint function; it is important to avoid delaying treatment – especially for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis – and to seek immediate medical attention if symptoms occur.
Published – 12 Oct 2026 21:44 IST