Resources for Your Osteoarthritis Diagnosis
The Arthritis Foundation provides many ways for you to take control of your osteoarthritis (OA) by connecting you with others who understand your daily challenges. You are not alone. Here’s how the Foundation and the greater arthritis community are here to help.
Get Support
Helpline
Need help but not sure where to start? Our Helpline’s trained staff, including a Spanish-speaking expert, understand arthritis and are available by phone, email or web chat to provide you with guidance and the best support possible. Call us at 1-800-283-7800 or email us at [email protected].
Reach Out
Connect Groups
Connect with others virtually or in-person via our Connect Groups that provide supportive, social, fun and informative events focused on mutual support and positive coping strategies. The groups are open to adults living with all types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatic diseases, those who have been newly diagnosed, as well as their caregivers.
Find a Group
Get Informed
Webinars
Get expert-insights on everything from access to care and disease management to nutrition and emotional well-being from our webinars. Join a new webinar live each month or watch one from our more than 85 unique topics categorized to your needs.
Join a Webinar
Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast
Tune in to this is one-of-a-kind podcast hosted by patients, for patients. Each episode provides real-life experiences from experts as well as patients, just like you. Listen to the latest episode or the more than 160 previous episodes to learn how to live well with OA.
Start Listening
E-Books
Download one of our many e-books that are full of tips on topics ranging from heathy diets and arthritis-friendly recipes to traveling well and taming pain.
Download an E-Book
Living Well Events
Get empowered at these in-person, educational events designed to help you take control of your health, whether it’s managing symptoms like pain and inflammation or discovering new ways to achieve everyday tasks.
Find an Event
Get Active
Walk With Ease
Move toward better health with this community-based physical activity and self-management education program scientifically proven to help improve life with arthritis. It includes health education, stretching and strengthening exercises, as well as motivational strategies.
Start Moving
Your Exercise Solution (YES)
Learn safe exercise techniques or create a physical activity routine of your own — based on your specific needs and ability level — with these fitness videos and modifications developed and approved by physical therapists.
Watch the Videos
More Evidence-Based Programs
Looking for more fitness and educational opportunities? These programs are scientifically proven to reduce arthritis symptoms and improve overall health.
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