Why I am running for Versus Arthritis.
My name is Imogen, I am 16 years old and I am now in remission from Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) after 14 years of living with the condition. I was diagnosed at the age of 2 and this impacted the joints in my knees and ankles which meant I had difficulty walking and playing. Throughout years of treatment, hospital appointments and operations, I have now recovered and have found so much joy in sport and running.Arthritis isn’t just for old people. It affects young people too. I am running to represent all the children and young adults who are experiencing or have experienced JIA and arthritis.
I want to show them that anything is possible, even when it seems like it isn’t.
Go Imo!!