Welcome to Our Chapter
The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis and related diseases.
Video & Photo Corner
Periodically a variety of short videos and photos will be posted below, giving you an inside look at the variety of programs and fund raisers we offer and how they can benefit you.
Aquatic Class at the Central YMCA in Painesville, Ohio
Autos for Arthritis
Want to get rid of that old car, truck, boat or RV and receive a tax deduction for its value? By donating these items, you can help to prevent, control and cure arthritis. Drive the Fight Against Arthritis by visiting Autos for Arthritis or call 800.905.4931.
Program Calendar
Download our Online Program Calendar to view locations for:
- Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program *** View Video
- Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
- Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program
- "Breaking the Pain Chain" classes for arthritis and fibromyalgia
- Free public forums and Expos on a variety of arthritis-related topics
- Other Arthritis Foundation services
Exercising & Arthritis
Physical Activities & You - Regular, moderate exercise offers benefits to people with arthritis.*** Start an Exercise Routine.
NE Ohio Chapter Grant Application Information
Contact Barbara Marquardt, Director of Public & Professional Education.
Quick Links
Ways to Support the Arthritis Foundation
The Arthritis Foundation, Northeastern Ohio Chapter is proud to be affiliated with United Ways in the following areas:
Ashtabula, Northern Columbiana, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Orrville Area, Richland, Greater Stark, Summit, and Tuscarawas.
Remain Informed
To speak with someone at the Northeastern Ohio Chapter about arthritis, call Arthritis Answers™toll free at (800) 245-2275 x 114 or (216) 831-7000 x 114.
2009 Chapter Award Presentation
2009 Chapter Award Recipients and Outstanding Program Leaders gather for a group photo May 21, 2009, at the Arthritis Foundation's Annual Meeting, held at Shaker Country Club. See Photo.
Joint Venture Newsletter
SPRING 2009
Please view our Chapter newsletter Joint Venture featuring informative articles and information on our Chapter's EVENTS, PROGRAMS, and WALKS.
Arthritis Weekly Tip
What Causes Fibromyalgia?
No one knows what causes fibromyalgia, although many theories abound. Some studies show that an injury or trauma, physical or emotional, may affect the central nervous system's response to pain. For example, a 2002 Scottish study of 136 patients with a diagnosis of fibromyalgia and 152 controls found that 39 percent of those with fibromyalgia had significant physical trauma in the six months before they were diagnosed compared to only 24 percent of the controls.
Some scientists theorize that trauma leads to biochemical changes in the muscles and, later, the central nervous system, leading to chronic pain, or that injury to the central nervous system interferes with brain wave patterns. Other researchers believe hormonal changes or infections, such as a flu virus may trigger fibromyalgia.
There are some scientists who suspect that lack of exercise and changes in muscle metabolishm may play a roll in fibromyalgia or that the opposite, muscle overuse, may be the key.
Learn more about fibromyalgia at www.arthritis.org, or request free Arthritis Foundation literature by calling the chapter at 216.831.7000, ext. 114, or 800.245.2275, ext. 114.
Contact Northeastern Ohio Chapter
Toll-free: 800.245.2275
