About Arthritis
As the nation’s #1 cause of disability, arthritis affects nearly 60 million adults and 300,000 children. Over 100 types of arthritis and related conditions damage the joints and often other organs.
About the Arthritis Foundation
Connections & Empowerment
We offer ways to take control of arthritis by connecting with others who understand the challenges.
Advocacy & Access
We expertly shape and influence health care policies and laws at both state and federal levels.
Science & Research
We make sure more effective arthritis treatments are being developed while also pursuing a cure.
Resources for You
Free Pain Management App
Take Control With Vim
This smart tool helps you find the information you need, set and track personal goals, connect with others who use the app and more. Take back what chronic pain takes away.
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Upcoming Webinars or Watch on Demand
Arthritis Care Equity
Hispanic Americans are more likely to have arthritis and less likely to get treatment than many others. Join the experts in our free webinar to learn ways to ease pain and live better with arthritis.
Sign Up TodayLatest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
Tame Your Pain
Learn strategies to ease different types of pain, whether it's from an injury, inflammatory arthritis or nerve pain.
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Arthritis Tips
Expert Advice
Take control of Arthritis with help from our experts. Arthritis can make your head spin. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Get tips to help you take control of arthritis and put your mind at ease.
Get TipsUnderstanding Arthritis
Learn what to expect from your disease, practical tips to help you manage it and other useful information.
News & Stories
JA Victory: Congress OKs Funding to Repay Student Loans of Specialty Docs
The decision opens the door to future funding for more pediatric rheumatologists.
Learn MoreArthritis Foundation Statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Together, we champion a diverse and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and perspectives of all.
Learn MoreArthritis Foundation Statement on Methotrexate Access
Understand the issues providers and arthritis patients face after the recent Roe v. Wade decision.
Learn MoreOut-of-Pocket Cost of Arthritis Treatments to Be Cut by New Law
The Arthritis Foundation is among a handful of major nonprofit organizations who spearheaded a new federal bill — recently passed by Congress and now signed into law by the president — that will slash health care costs for many eligible Americans.
Learn MorePain Awareness Month Brings New Resources, Tools to Arthritis Patients
September 1, 2022 marks the start of Pain Awareness Month, a nationally recognized time to highlight the chronic pain endured by many of the nearly 60 million Americans diagnosed with arthritis.
Learn MoreArthritis Foundation Joins Forces with American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society to Fuel Ankle OA Research
Announced at the AOFAS annual conference on September 14, the Ankle Arthritis Think Tank involves a $600,000 research partnership that will establish several merit-based grants over a two-year period.
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