Arthritis 

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Description:

Website has consumer and patient information about arthritis, joint replacement, osteoporosis, hip fracture and many other orthopedic conditions, as well as comprehensive information about safe exercising.


American Pain Society

Description:

Multidisciplinary community that brings together a diverse group of scientists, clinicians and other professionals to increase the knowledge of pain and transform public policy and clinical practice to reduce pain-related suffering. Website includes "Guides for Persons with Pain."


Arthritis Advice

Source: National Institute on Aging

Description:

"Age Page" factsheet tells about types of arthritis, treatment and unproven remedies to avoid.


Arthritis Foundation

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Information, resources, exercise programs and more from the national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions.


Arthritis Information and Resources

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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Offered as part of the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion


Arthritis: How to Stay Active and Independent

Source: American Academy of Family Physicians

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Information about arthritis, how physical activity exercise can help, and special exercise considerations for people with joint disease.


Choosing Pain Medication for Osteoarthritis

Source: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality

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U.S. government offers information to help consumers select the safest, most effective drugs for arthritis pain


Low Back Pain Fact Sheet

Source: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

Description:

Online information and updates about treatment for lower back pain caused by a wide variety of conditions.


National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

Source: National Institutes of Health

Description:

Information, resources, latest news on arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases. Click on the "Health Information" tab to learn about specific conditions.


Osteoarthritis Center

Source: Mayo Clinic

Description:

Information on diagnosis, treatment, pain relief and exercise suggestions.


Save Your Knees

Source: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Description:

Website dedicated to information about protecting the knee joint, and treatment options for knee damage