Welcome to Arthritis NSW
More than 3.85 Million Australians suffer from arthritis. Arthritis NSW supports people of all ages living with arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions. We provide information to people living in New South Wales who have been newly diagnosed with the disease, as well as those who have lived with it for some time.
Young or old. Male or female. In the city or the country. Arthritis can affect anyone.
Did you know?
One in five people suffer from some form of arthritis. There are over 120 different types. These conditions cause damage to the joints resulting in pain and stiffness. Arthritis affects people in different ways but there are many simple things you can do to manage your condition. Our arthritis information section gives you all the information to help you take control of your arthritis.
Did you know?
Children get arthritis too. Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) can affect children from the age of 6 months to 16 years. In Australia, 1 in 1000 children have arthritis. Click here to find out more.
Did you know?
Arthritis NSW receives very little government funding and we heavily rely on the support of the public to continue running these services. Support us by donating now and make a difference.
Did you know?
More people have arthritis in Australia than cardiovascular disease, diabetes or asthma (source AIHW report).
Recent Videos:
Arthritis NSW is offering a number of warm water exercises classes throughout NSW giving you the opportunity to exercise, with guidance from a trained instructor, in a friendly and social environment.
Kristy was a fit and healthy young woman when she was suddenly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Find out how she conquered her condition. Video produced by Arthritis QLD with a very generous grant from the Australian Rheumatology Association-Queensland Branch The core purpose of this video is to send a message of hope and to provide [...]
Neville woke up one night in terrible pain. He was diagnosed with several types of arthritis. Find out how he was able to beat his arthritis and keep doing the things he loves! Video produced by Arthritis QLD with a very generous grant from the Australian Rheumatology Association-Queensland Branch. The core purpose of this [...]
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most serious form of arthritis. It is not a rare disease, affecting around half a million Australians. Of these cases almost 60% are women. As part of Arthritis Awareness Week 2010, Arthritis Australia and the Australian Rheumatology Association began a campaign to give a voice to the almost 300,000 [...]
Arthritis NSW together with Inspired Adventures invite you to take the trip you have always dreamt of! Challenge yourself on this unforgettable 10 day adventure & trek the Great Wall of China. All funds raised will go toward providing support, advice, information, community awareness and research for people with arthritis. For more information and [...]