Young people
What is juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)?
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is inflammation of one or more of your joints. It first occurs before age 16. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment.
Managing your symptoms
There are many things you can do to help yourself when you have arthritis. Eating a heathy diet, exercising and getting a good night's sleep can help ease symptoms.
Living with arthritis
Having arthritis can create different challenges with healthcare, school and relationships, but you can find out how to overcome any issues you might face.
Groups and activities
We run events and activities throughout the UK for young people and their families. Find out if there's an event near you.
Information for parents
If your child is diagnosed with arthritis, there's a lot you can do to support them, including helping them to eat healthily, exercise and get on well at school.
Information for teachers
Arthritis can affect many areas of life, including education. But there's a lot that schools can do to help young people with arthritis.
