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Arthritis UK is the leading arthritis charity, changing lives through research, campaigning and support.
Arthritis Awareness Month 2026The word 'arthritis' is used to describe pain, swelling and stiffness in a joint or joints. Arthritis isn’t a single condition and there are several different types. It can affect people of all ages – even children.
What is arthritis?When you've been diagnosed with arthritis, you can feel lost and alone. You may have been waiting for months or years for answers. We'll guide you through your next steps with trusted information and sound advice.
Guide to diagnosisLiving with arthritis can be challenging and we understand what you're going through. We bring you the information, help and support you need to stay healthy, manage your condition, keep active, stay well at home and cope with your work and money.
Living with arthritisPain can be a major symptom of arthritis. Find out about treatments, self-help and how to assess if your pain management is working.
How to manage arthritis painTips for managing stiffness, including therapies like wax bath therapy, hydrotherapy, and exercises for healthy joints.
How to manage stiff jointsIt’s common for arthritis to cause fatigue. Find out what fatigue is, what causes fatigue and how you can manage it.
How to cope with fatigue
Learn how to manage pain, sleep, fatigue and anxiety, and how to improve your emotional wellbeing, in live online sessions. We also offer a five-week supported self-management course, online physical activity sessions and Chi Me gentle movement classes.
If your condition is making it difficult to do everyday tasks such as getting about or caring for yourself, and this is causing you extra living expenses, you may be entitled to financial support. Find out what financial support is available.
If your condition is affecting you at work, you can discuss and agree reasonable adjustments with your employer. But you may also need specialist equipment and support which can be funded through the Government's Access to Work scheme.
Arthritis Awareness Month in the UK is the first step in building an annual global moment focused on arthritis and you could help us spread the word. Why not order some free posters for your community?
Order free postersRight now, the UK Government is looking at whether the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) works well for the people who rely on it through the Timms Review. And they want to hear from you.
Does PIP work for you?A staggering 12 million women across the UK are affected by musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. The Government's refreshed Women's Health Strategy for England doesn’t go far enough to improving the situation.
Gaps in women's MSK care
Get Your Move On is a flexible, empowering challenge designed specifically for people living with arthritis and their friends and family. Throughout May, you’ll commit to a personal weekly time target for any activity that works for you, all while raising money for Arthritis UK.
Specially designed for people with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions, presented by Leon Wormley.
If you're in pain or can’t do something, it might make you short-tempered or put you in a low mood. On the other hand, feeling positive about finding a solution or focusing on things you can do makes the physical symptoms of arthritis easier to deal with. But there are ways you can look after your emotional wellbeing and manage your relationships with people around you.
Although there are no diets or supplements that will cure your arthritis, some people find their condition is affected by what they eat. There are many types of arthritis, and what works for one person may not work for another but when it comes to what we eat, two things have the biggest impact.
The Arthur Tut TikTok dance challenge features moves that help manage arthritis by encouraging a full range of motion and a healthy dose of attitude. Why not have a go?
Created specially for people living with arthritis, every edition of Inspire magazine is packed with expert, in-depth articles and features, covering what matters most to you — all for just £3 a month.
A quick, accurate diagnosis is essential for people with arthritis - and so are personalised treatments that tackle arthritis before it does too much damage to the joints. That’s why we fund research that focuses on these priority areas.
Explore the benefits of early arthritis diagnosisOur research strategy focuses our research investment to accelerate the pace and precision of musculoskeletal research. We want research to make arthritis preventable, manageable, and treatable.
Our Biomechanics and Bioengineering Centre
Research funded by Arthritis UK led to the development of a new class of drugs, known as biologics, which have transformed the treatment of inflammatory arthritis and improved the lives of almost 2 million people worldwide. In June 2021, biologics were approved for people with moderately active rheumatoid arthritis, enabling thousands more people to benefit from these treatments.
Discover Andy's journey through 40 years of living with osteoarthritis. Explore the everyday challenges he faces and his insights on benefits and healthcare shortcomings.
Read Andy's storyJunior Bake Off star Lyla's inspiring journey as she battles juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and finds a way to give back through her recipe booklet, in support of Arthritis UK.
Read Lyla's storyJoin Alex, an inspiring 18-year-old living with JIA, as he prepares for the 2026 London Landmarks Half Marathon to support Arthritis UK and inspire others.
Read Alex's story
So many people don’t understand what it’s like to live with a condition that can have such a huge but hidden impact on your life. But we do. One place you can always find a friendly ear or an answer to a question is our online community forum.
Managing arthritis isn’t just about medication: it’s about understanding your condition and making daily choices that support your wellbeing. My Arthritis is a free, expert-led self-management app that helps you to track your symptoms, monitor your lifestyle, and build long-term strategies for better health. Available on Apple and Android.
Left Waiting, Left Behind: The Reality of Living with Arthritis presents a powerful snapshot of the reality of living with arthritis told through lived experiences and personal stories: experiences of diagnosis, treatment and support, along with the personal and financial cost.
Biologic treatments have positively changed the way arthritis is treated, thanks to people like you who helped fund the early research that made this a reality. Your lottery ticket will help fund the next big leap in arthritis care. Not just a game, a game changer.