Welcome to Metropolitan Washington
Home of the many resources available within Arthritis Foundation, Mid Atlantic Region. Here you will find information, programs, special events and volunteer opportunities in your community. Together, we can take prevent, control and ultimately cure arthritis!
Exercise & Education Programs
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
Mount Vernon Nursing & Rehab Center8111 Tis Well Dr
Alexandria, VA 22306
(703) 360-4000
www.mvnrc.net
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
Bethesda Chevy Chase YMCA9401 Old Georgetown Rd.
Bethesda, MD 20814
(301) 530-3725
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
Greenbelt Community Center15 Crescent Rd
Greenbelt, MD 20770
(240) 542-2054
Upcoming
Events
Arthritis Walk of Prince George's County
When: May 04, 2013Where: Eleanor Roosevelt Hight School
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Arthritis Foundation Golf Classic
When: May 13, 2013Where: River Creek Club
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Arthritis Walk on the National Mall
When: May 18, 2013Where: Washington Monument
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Get In
Touch
Bethesda, MD 20814
800-365-3811 phone
(804) 359-4900 Fax fax
Metropolitan Washington Arthritis News
Throw with Joe!
Legendary Quarterback has teamed up with Joint Juice to create a new fun football app where YOU star as the quarterback. Proceeds from download of the app directly benefit the Arthritis Foundation! read more
4 Big Benefits of Exercise
The benefits of exercise are far greater than just burning calories from a recent indulgence. In fact, the many reasons to exercise include reducing inflammation from arthritis and related conditions, reducing the risk of other chronic diseases and easing joint pain. Four studies provide even more reasons to exercise. read more
The Ultimate Arthritis Diet
One of the most common questions people with any form of arthritis have is, “What can I eat to help my joints?” The answer, fortunately, is that many foods can help. Following a diet low in processed foods and saturated fat and rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, nuts and beans is great for your body. If this advice looks familiar, it’s because these are the principles of the so-called Mediterranean diet, which is frequently touted for its anti-aging, disease-fighting powers. read more
