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.
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Connections & Empowerment
We provide ways for you to take control of arthritis by connecting you with others who understand the challenges.
Advocacy & Access
With your help, we shape and influence health care policies and laws at both state and federal levels.
Science & Research
With your insights, we make sure effective arthritis treatments are being developed while also pursuing a cure.
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Contact our trained Helpline team to get answers to your questions about insurance, health care needs, treatment options, navigating the medical system and more.
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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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Obtenga recomendaciones e información de la mano de un equipo médico para mejorar su salud general y su artritis con este seminario web gratuito.
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Latest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
Arthritis and Back Pain Two-Part Series
Back pain can be debilitating. The key to relief is finding what works for you. Learn how to help take control and live your best life.
Listen NowUnderstanding Arthritis
Learn what to expect from your disease, practical tips to help you manage it and other useful information.
News & Stories
Pilot Program Brings Foundation Resources to Underserved Communities
Partnering with community organizations to bring arthritis awareness, resources and tools to Black, Hispanic and military and veteran service members.
Learn MoreBiosimilars: An Inflection Point for Arthritis
Lower-cost competition may make biologic therapies available to more arthritis patients.
Learn MoreSome Arthritis Meds Raise COVID Variant Risks
Certain drugs used to treat autoimmune arthritis raise risks from the latest COVID surge.
Learn MoreClare Peckenpaugh: Arthritis Leads to Nursing
Her arthritis diagnosis inspired this young woman to help others with the disease.
Learn MoreAlpha Omicron Pi Makes Largest Gift to Date
$1 million gift marks 56 years of partnership, fuels research and community initiatives.
Learn MoreStudy: Stopping OA With a Corticosteroid
The Arthritis Foundation funds a trial to stop osteoarthritis after a meniscus injury.
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