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
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.
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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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Navigating Insurance
Open enrollment is here. Join us for a free webinar to learn how to assess whether your insurance is working for you and to choose the best plan for your needs.
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Latest 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.
Listen NowUnderstanding Arthritis
Learn what to expect from your disease, practical tips to help you manage it and other useful information.
News & Stories
Arthritis 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 MoreCombating Chronic Pain at Every Age
An Arthritis Foundation-led collaboration is helping provide pain relief from arthritis and related chronic conditions at every stage of life.
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.
Learn MoreHelping the Hispanic Community Through Our Helpline
Our Helpline’s own Iris Rodriguez is excited about what’s to come for the Hispanic community from the Arthritis Foundation.
Learn MoreArthritis Foundation Champion Scholarships Awarded for 2022-23
Our latest scholarship awards recognize 20 deserving students in their academic pursuits.
Learn MoreStay in the Know. Live in the Yes.
Get involved with the arthritis community. Tell us a little about yourself and, based on your interests, you’ll receive emails packed with the latest information and resources to live your best life and connect with others.
