Emmerdale's Adam Thomas shares emotional health update after 'big wake up call'Adam Thomas, who played Adam Barton in Emmerdale, has been candid about his health strugglesView 3 Images The actor has kept fans updated on his health journey (Image: Adam Thomas on Instagram)Former Emmerdale star Adam Thomas has offered a candid health update as he battles the crippling effects of arthritis. ‌Adam received a rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis in 2023, just ahead of his Strictly Come Dancing stint. This is a reminder to myself, and to anyone else who needs to hear it, don't get comfortable, don't get lazy, don't think you're invincible. View 3 Images Adam Thomas has given an update on his crippling battle with arthritis (Image: Instagram/ @adamthomas21)Previously, Adam appeared on Good Morning Britain, where he spoke openly about his debilitating health condition. I'm not over-exaggerating when I say this, but literally, within two and a half years, every day I've been in pain.