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 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.
Resources for You
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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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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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Sleep Solutions for Pain
Pain and make it hard to sleep and insomnia can worsen pain. Learn strategies to ease your pain and get a good night’s rest from experts in pain management and sleep.
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Latest Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast Episode
Arthritis and Grief
David Kessler, an renowned expert on grief and grieving, discusses how living with a chronic illness like arthritis and its symptoms can trigger grief, and some ways to cope.
Listen NowUnderstanding Arthritis
Learn what to expect from your disease, practical tips to help you manage it and other useful information.
News & Stories
Sadiq Jiwa: Staying in the Game
Learn how this lifelong athlete adapted to keep competing despite his juvenile arthritis.
Learn MoreRheumatoid Arthritis Research Funding
Meet this researcher who is studying a possible answer for “hard to treat” RA.
Learn MoreRev. Dr. Teoma Loeb: A Calling to Heal
Teoma Loeb, minister and physical therapist, helps people improve their health, with faith at the core.
Learn MoreArthritis Scholarship Goes to Future Doctor
Growing up with juvenile arthritis, Tori Chellis finds solutions to challenges at college.
Learn MoreHumira Gets More Competition
Many people with inflammatory arthritis rely on the blockbuster drug Humira. New biosimilar drugs coming on the market will give them more options.
Learn MoreMatthew Mooney Named Chair of the Arthritis Foundation’s National Board of Directors
Georgia-based Mooney’s term coincides with organization’s 75th anniversary.
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.