#HaveYourSay - Share your Arthritis experience

1.How old were you when you were diagnosed with arthritis?
2.When first told of your diagnosis, what information were you given?
3.Did you find this information useful and can you explain why / why not?
4.How well did you understand the information given to you?
5.What other information would you have liked to receive?
6.How were you given information about your arthritis condition?
7.Was this the best way for you to receive information?
8.When discussing your treatment, what options were you given?
9.Were you satisfied with the options you were given?
10.Did you feel involved in your treatment plan?
11.Have you been satisfied with the care and support you have received?
12.In comparison to when you were first diagnosed, do you now feel: (tick those that apply)
13.Since your diagnosis, have you tried anything that has particularly helped you to feel better supported, more in control and/or more informed?
14.If you can, please list 3 things that work well for you in your care and treatment that you would recommend to others living with arthritis?
15.If you could change one thing about your care and support what would it be and why?
(e.g. shorter waiting times, alternative treatments, regular check ups, support groups, etc.)
Thank you for taking the time to complete our questionnaire today.

 

Please answer as many of these questions as you can - this will help us better understand how people's experiences, requirements and preferences may differ depending on their personal characteristics.
16.Gender:
17.Age:
18.Ethnicity:
19.Do you have a disability or any additional long-term health conditions?
Thank you!