The hidden drivers of arthritis: Beyond wear and tear
DURATION:
5
Hours
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CPD:
BANT
NNA
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EVENT TYPE:
VOD
Event
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LECTURER:
Victoria
Hamilton
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Continue your professional development with our The hidden drivers of arthritis: Beyond wear and tear
This course focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of arthritis through a functional and systems-based lens. Rather than viewing joint damage as a simple result of ageing or mechanical stress, we explore how chronic inflammation, immune dysregulation, microbiome imbalance, and metabolic dysfunction play key roles. You’ll gain insight into both osteo- and autoimmune arthritis, with a focus on internal triggers and personalised interventions.
Practitioners often struggle to connect joint symptoms with systemic imbalances, especially when conventional models separate osteoarthritis from immune-driven conditions. It can be challenging to identify root causes, personalise support, and go beyond symptomatic relief. This course provides a clear framework for assessing inflammatory drivers, interpreting relevant markers, and implementing targeted nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support clients with arthritis more effectively.
This course will explore the underlying inflammatory mechanisms that contribute to both osteoarthritis and autoimmune-driven joint conditions.
It will then delve into the role of gut health, immune activation, detoxification, and metabolic stress in arthritis progression. We’ll also examine cellular dysfunction and connective tissue fragility—particularly in conditions like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome or hypermobility, where ‘leaky joints’ mirror patterns of leaky gut and barrier breakdown.
You’ll learn how to differentiate between inflammatory and mechanical presentations, interpret key functional test markers, and design personalised protocols.
Examples of the questions it will answer include:
- How does the gut-joint axis influence arthritis?
- What role do cytokines, histamine, or food sensitivities play?
- How can I address arthritis in clients without a formal autoimmune diagnosis?
Finally, it will provide clinical tools, supplement strategies, and real-world case examples to enhance your confidence in supporting clients with joint pain from the inside out.
Course details
Course trailer
What will I learn?
- Create impactful, personalised protocols that address the underlying drivers of arthritis, not just joint symptoms.
- Apply emerging research on inflammation, immune pathways, and the gut-joint axis to your clinical approach.
- Choose relevant functional tests (e.g. GI, organic acids, nutrient markers) and targeted supplements with greater confidence.
- Avoid common pitfalls such as overlooking subclinical inflammation, barrier dysfunction, or connective tissue fragility.
- Feel more confident in supporting clients with arthritis—including those with hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos, or undiagnosed autoimmune patterns—by addressing root causes and systemic imbalances.
Full Agenda
Who is this course suitable for?
- Nutritional therapy practitioners
- Nutritionists
- Dieticians
- Naturopaths
- Other health care provider
- Final year nutrition students
Lecturer
Course information
Cost | £99.00 |
CPD | BANT CPD 5 hours, NNA CPD 5 hours |
Study mode | On-demand |
Materials | PDF of course presentation upon registration |
Recording | You can access the course up to 20 times |
Course timeline
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Good to know
About this on-demand recording
- The speaker is not present on this recording and you will not be able to ask them questions but you will be able to see the recorded Q and A sessions.
- This course was recorded in February 2026. All recordings are removed approximately one year after they are recorded so that we can ensure our courses contain up to date information. You will be able to access the course up to 12 times before the materials are taken down.
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CPD
- Participation in an ION CPD course forms part of a practitioner’s or individual’s ongoing learning. It does not qualify a non-clinically trained practitioner or individual to work in a clinical setting. Individual’s boundaries of safe work, advice or practice are primarily determined by their formal qualifications and related personal insurance.
- This on-demand recording is recognised by BANT and the NNA for 5 hrs CPD
- Non BANT or NNA registered practitioners may use this course for their CPD depending on the requirements and guidance of their professional body.
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