Thanks to improved therapeutic options and the resulting better state of health of affected children and adolescents, physical activities are taking centre stage. This means that, depending on the inflammation activity, physical activities should be integrated into the child's day-to-day life alongside ergotherapy and physiotherapy.

Depending on how it progresses, the disease may begin in infancy, school age or adolescence. In some cases, it occurs as early as the age of one or two.

When it comes to diet, a distinction is made between nutrients that are anti-inflammatory and pro-inflammatory. Animal fats contain, above all, saturated fatty acids which can cause inflammation, which is why daily consumption of meat is discouraged. Fruit, vegetables and wholegrain products ensure a sufficient supply of vitamins and trace elements and should therefore be on the menu regularly.  

Is your child receiving medication from Celltrion to treat juvenile idiopathic arthritis? Using the batch number found on the medication packaging, you have access to further information on living with juvenile idiopathic arthritis and other chronic inflammatory diseases, as well as addresses for support groups and doctors. Furthermore, you will find some great recipes and various exercises that can improve and sustain your child's mobility. Go to login.

Please always speak with the doctor treating your child before they stop taking their medication or you reduce their dose – otherwise, regression will often occur, which, in the worst case, their current medication may no longer be able to control.