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Moving Lives, Shaping Futures | The Arthritis Movement>About Arthritis>Arthritis Insights>Living with Arthritis>Clara App To Help People With Arthritis Take Control
Living with arthritis can be challenging, yet amazing breakthroughs in technology are empowering individuals to take control of their wellbeing. Enter Clara, the AI-powered app launched by The Arthritis Movement to support Australians living with arthritis. Designed in collaboration with trusted health professionals, Clara delivers expert-backed insights and tools at the touch of a button.
With 3.71 million Australians currently living with arthritis and this number projected to grow to 5.4 million by 2040, access to immediate, reliable support has never been more essential. Clara bridges the gap between medical appointments by providing trusted, on-demand advice, ensuring users can confidently manage their condition day-to-day.
Alex Green, Chief Executive Officer of The Arthritis Movement, shared the vision behind Clara, explaining, "The people we work with told us there was a gap in the support they were receiving and significant challenges in accessing the right advice at the right time."
Recognising the opportunity to scale support for a broader audience, The Arthritis Movement developed Clara to help users navigate their arthritis challenges with ease, ensuring they receive accurate information over unreliable sources like 'Dr Google.'
By combining advanced AI with a verified knowledge base curated by health experts, Clara ensures users receive reliable, evidence-backed answers curated recommendations to their unique needs.
Clara doesn’t just aim to inform; it’s built to empower. Here’s what makes it truly special for users managing arthritis:
Every Clara user starts by completing a short health screening survey. This allows the app to provide curated advice and customised recommendations that perfectly align with their needs.
Unlike unverified online searches, Clara’s responses are grounded in evidence-based, professional insights, ensuring the advice is both credible and current.
Clara integrates features like the “Self-Care” tool, offering users actionable guidance on topics curated in consultation with health professionals. Areas include:
Clara is designed to be user-friendly, even for those who may find typing difficult. With voice-to-text technology and simple navigation, engaging with the app is intuitive and accessible.
Security and privacy are paramount. Clara ensures that all personal data remains on the user’s device, protecting it from being stored or shared elsewhere.
Clara’s AI adapts to the user’s needs, enabling follow-up questions and deeper dives into topics, creating an engaging, dialogue-driven experience.
With integrated self-help tools, Clara allows users to find local programs, services, and online resources relevant to their arthritis management.
Arthritis remains the leading cause of chronic pain and the second most common cause of disability and early retirement due to ill health in Australia. Managing this condition effectively is often the difference between keeping an active lifestyle or losing essential physical function.
By providing targeted support, Clara helps users stay proactive and informed, enabling them to live a better quality of life. Whether it’s learning more about nutrition, finding effective pain relief methods, or accessing tailored exercise routines, Clara is there every step of the way.
Clara is just the beginning. The Arthritis Movement plans to expand the app by incorporating advancements in arthritis research to continue bringing users the latest insights and innovations. With a commitment to improving lives, Clara will evolve with user feedback, ensuring its place as a trusted companion for people living with arthritis.
Take control of your arthritis management with Clara. The app is 100% free and available for download on both the App Store and Google Play.
Experience the power of AI at your fingertips and join the other Australians using Clara to live better, more active lives.
For more information and resources, visit askclara.com.au.
Download the free Clara App, your trusted companion for living well with arthritis.
Arthritis Queensland and Arthritis New South Wales are Members of The Arthritis Movement. Please note that there will be a transition period while our financial and administrative structures are finalised. During this time, we ask that you still donate and make other payments to Arthritis Queensland or Arthritis NSW depending on which state you reside in, which will continue to issue receipts.