Great Wall of China Challenge 2012

Experience the magic and majesty of the famous Great Wall of China and realise firsthand why it remains one of the world’s greatest wonders.

Help provide support, advice and information for people and families with arthritis or other musculoskeletal conditions.

Arthritis NSW will be holding an online presentation regarding the challenge on Friday 17th February at 3.30pm. Click below to register.

Click here to learn more

Kids get arthritis too… this is William’s story

William suffered from chronic pain of arthritis when he was only 1 1/2 years old. Tragically in April 2011, William (6 years old) lost his fight to arthritis. Lauren and David Harris and Arthritis NSW have launched William’s Wish, in memory of William and also to let people know that kids get arthritis too.

Read about William’s story here

If you would like to donate to the William’s Wish Appeal, please click here.

 

Become a member today

1 in 5 Australians have some form of arthritis…

You don’t have to live with the pain alone.

There are three different membership packages ranging from basic (free) to premium. Click here to view our different options of becoming a member today.

Click here to be become a FREE Basic Member

Arthritis NSW upcoming Webinars and Seminars

Upcoming Osteoporosis Program – Goulburn

Dates: Monday, 13 and 20 February

Time: 10.00am – 12.30pm

Location, McDermott Centre, Auburn Street, Goulburn

Cost: $40 for members & $50 for non-members

Click here for further information. Click here to register

Arthritis Matters summer edition out now!

We look at the model of care and services for children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) in New South Wales. Optimum care for patients with JIA is provided by a well trained multi-disciplinary team of doctors, in a dedicated clinic setting.

Also inside, find out the latest news, gain insight into fibromyalgia syndrome and read inspiring stories from our members.

You can get your hands on a copy for just $5.95 plus postage. Click here to buy your copy now!  

Challenging Arthritis

Developed by Arthritis NSW, Challenging Arthritis is a self-management program that aims to encourage you to take control of your arthritis, while helping you implement behaviour change.

Incorporating eight modules that focus on areas that are particularly important for people with arthritis, the newly updated and significantly extended program provides you with the tools and skills to better manage your health and improve your quality of life.

Click here to learn more

Splash for Arthritis 2012 – Australia’s largest aqua zumba party

Save the date!

31st March 2012 – be ready for one of Australia’s biggest aqua zumba parties ever!

More information coming soon…

Camp Twinkletoes

Camp Twinkletoes is on in May 2012!

Join us for a fun weekend for children under 8 years of age with JIA, together with their families!

For more details and to find out how you can secure your place see here.

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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 suffers 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)