Emotional well-being
Emotional effects of arthritis can have as much impact as physical symptoms. Find out what support is available and what you can do for yourself.
5 ways to help with fatigue
Fatigue can be one of the most debilitating symptoms of arthritis – and it’s nothing to do with ‘being a bit tired’. Read our tips and advice.
Work and Arthritis
Living with your condition doesn't have to be a barrier to working. Find the information, resources and support you need to return to or remain at work, and to work well.
New research to improve work and well-being for people with musculoskeletal conditions
The Nuffield Foundation and Versus Arthritis are committing £1.94 million of funding to six new research projects that aim to improve the well-being and working lives of people with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions.
“I’m feeling as good as I’ve ever felt since being diagnosed": Keri’s journey to feeling well with rheumatoid arthritis
Keri, 35, is a part-time teacher from Northern Ireland. Being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis during her third year at university had a huge impact on her life, but she is now feeling good after finding the right medication.
How to stay active when you have arthritis
Staying active plays an important role in our physical and mental wellbeing. Here’s expert advice to help you find the right exercise for you.
Feel Better Bradford - exercise for wellbeing and mobility
We are a friendly group who enjoy exercise classes for wellbeing and mobility. These are based on gentle yoga, mindfulness and relaxation.
Living Well 2025
This page outlines the Living Well 2025 funding call. It provides details of the application deadline, costs, duration and decision date for applications. Addressing musculoskeletal health inequalities for individuals and wider society by striving for better musculoskeletal health and care.
Five easy ways to eat well with arthritis
We’ve put together our top tips to help you make healthier choices and eat well with arthritis.
Arthritis and kitchen hacks: easy ways to eat well
Eating well and planning meals will help you keep your arthritis in check. Read our tips and advice from people living with arthritis to get you started.
Mental health and arthritis: How Joel copes emotionally with pain and fatigue
Joel, 38, says “the mental side of this condition is worse than the pain”. But over time, he’s found ways to cope – from having open conversations about how he’s feeling to helping others through his advocacy work.
How to look after your mental health when you have arthritis
Living with arthritis not only affects your physical health. The truth is it can be tough emotionally too. At times like this, it can help to know that you don’t have to face this alone. Plus, there are small steps that you can take to look after your own mental well-being.
Eating well with arthritis
There’s a lot of advice about diets and supplements that can help arthritis. We explain which foods are most likely to help and how to keep to a healthy weight.
Working safely and well
If you're finding any physical aspects of your work, or driving to work, challenging because of your condition, your employer must provide you with the necessary advice, training, clothing, and equipment to support you and minimise the risk to your health.
Helping you work well with arthritis
Information and signposting links on, workplace rights, reasonable adjustments, sick leave, making decisions about work, further education, benefits and finding work