Cost of Living and Arthritis: We’re here to help
We offer help and advice on how to manage the costs of living with arthritis and MSK conditions.
Find out more about reducing the cost of living with arthritis.We are here for you
Whether you're looking for information about your arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions, or you want to support family and friends, we can help.
Find the advice you need-
ConditionsSearch our A-Z or type in the condition you'd like more information about, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, fibromyalgia and many more.
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TreatmentsRead about various treatments for arthritis, including drugs, TENS, splints, therapies, surgery, your inflammatory arthritis pathway and who will treat you.
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Eating well with arthritisLearn which foods can help you find a balance with your diet, how you can make healthier choices and eat well with arthritis.
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Exercising with arthritisFind out more about exercising with arthritis and what types of exercises are beneficial for certain conditions.
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While you're waitingThe pandemic has left many people with arthritis waiting for appointments, surgery and treatments. This page has resources, information and support for you while you’re waiting.
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For healthcare professionalsDiscover the latest news, guidance, resources and videos to support you with your work and join our network for updates.
What's new?
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We look into the the Spring Budget - which covers energy bills, health and employment - to understand what it means for people living with arthritis.
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Versus Arthritis partners with ITN Business for Bone and Joint Health programme
This upcoming Word Arthritis Day (12th October), we’re teaming up with ITN Business and the Royal Osteoporosis Society on a ground-breaking new programme called ‘Bone and Joint Health.’
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The government must do more for people with arthritis during the cost-of-living crisis
Over 28,000 of you signed our letter, which calls on the government not to abandon people with arthritis during the cost-of-living crisis. And now we’re handing it in to the Prime Minister.
Living with arthritis
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How knitting helps Rachel cope with arthritis pain
Rachel, who lives with osteoarthritis and Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome, talks about how picking up her knitting needles helps her deal with fatigue and pain.
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Running a marathon for Versus Arthritis? Read our race day tips
Preparing for a marathon can be a little intimidating but we're here to help. We put some of your top questions to nutritionist Lily and triathlete Eden.
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Travelling with arthritis - James' tips for making holidays easier
James, who has arthritis, is only 28 but has already ticked many destinations off his bucket-list. Here he offers his tips on travelling with arthritis.