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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Understanding the 'Fluid' Nature of Axial Spondyloarthritis: A Key to Preventing Serious Outcomes
Axial spondyloarthritis (axial SpA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the spine and sacroiliac joints, leading to significant pain and discomfort. ...more
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July 22, 2024•4 min read
Understanding the ‘Fluid’ Nature of Axial Spondyloarthritis: Critical to Preventing Serious Outcomes
Axial spondyloarthritis (axial SpA) is a condition that affects millions, yet its complexities and subtleties often lead to underdiagnosis and delayed treatment. A recent presentation at the Rheumatol... ...more
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July 21, 2024•2 min read
Simplified Joint Health Grading System
The American Arthritis Foundation (AAF) has introduced the Simplified Joint Health Grading System, a revolutionary approach in the evaluation and management of arthritis. ...more
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May 16, 2024•5 min read
The Societal Impact of Fibromyalgia: How FM Affects Patients and Their Families
Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic condition known for its widespread pain and fatigue, but new research is highlighting the broader societal impacts of the disease ...more
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Gut Bacteria and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: A New Frontier in Early Detection
For the first time, scientists have discovered that differences in gut bacteria are associated with the development of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), an autoimmune disease that affects children ... ...more
Arthritis ,Juvenile Arthritis
March 23, 2024•4 min read
The Importance of Early Psoriatic Arthritis Diagnosis: Better Outcomes and Improved Quality of Life
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that can cause joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, often leading to significant disability if left untreated ...more
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March 22, 2024•4 min read
Effects of Arthritis
Cause of Disability
In the United States, 23% of all adults, or more than 54 million people, have arthritis. It is a leading cause of work disability, with annual costs for medical care and lost earnings of $303.5 billion.
Workforce Effects
Sixty percent of US adults with arthritis are of working age (18 to 64 years). Arthritis can limit the type of work they are able to do or keep them from working at all.
Global Impact
In fact, 8 million working-age adults report that their ability to work is limited because of their arthritis. For example, they may have a hard time climbing stairs or walking from a parking deck to their workplace.
Promoting Interventions That Reduce Arthritis Pain
American Arthritis Foundation recognizes several proven approaches to reduce arthritis symptoms:
Be active. Physical activity—such as walking, bicycling, and swimming—decreases arthritis pain and improves function, mood, and quality of life. Adults with arthritis should move more and sit less throughout the day. Getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week is recommended.
Protect your joints. People can help prevent osteoarthritis by avoiding activities that are more likely to cause joint injuries.
Talk with a doctor. Recommendations from health care providers can motivate people to be physically active and join a self-management education program. Should your arthritis be interfering with your activities of daily living you may be a candidate to receive many new treatments, and learn how to reverse the arthritis condition.
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