This fact sheet has been written for people affected by osteoarthritis (OA). It provides general information to help you understand how osteoarthritis affects you and what you can do to manage it. It also tells you where to find further information and advice.

Beyond Blue and Arthritis Australia have developed this fact sheet to raise awareness of the risks and impact of depression and anxiety in people with arthritis. This fact sheet provides general information about the symptoms of depression and anxiety and what you can do to manage them.

Living with pain can be one of the hardest parts of having arthritis. This fact sheet has been written for you to understand the pain cycle and learn techniques that may help you cope with pain. Sources of further information are also included.

This fact sheet has been written for people whose hands are affected by arthritis. It provides general information about ways you can look after your hands and manage your symptoms. It also tells you where to find further information and advice.

This fact sheet has been written to address some common myths about food and arthritis. It provides general information about healthy eating and where to go for further information and advice. This fact sheet does not provide specific advice for people with other medical conditions or food intolerances.

Making a commitment to maintaining a healthy weight is one of the best things you can do for your health and wellbeing. Talk to your doctor, health practitioner, or an Accredited Practising Dietitian about your weight. If you do need to lose weight, plan to do it the healthy way. Change your eating habits, do more physical activity and sit less.

The information on this page is intended as a guide only. The Heart Foundation encourages people to check with their doctor or other health professionals and seek individual health advice.

This fact sheet has been written to provide general information about massage for people with arthritis and musculoskeletal pain. It includes guidelines as to how to find a qualified massage therapist and general safety tips. It also tells you where to find further information and advice.

This information sheet provides general information about the main types of medicines used for arthritis. It also gives tips on the safe use of medicines and where to go for further information. This fact sheet does not cover the full range of possible side effects for each medicine and you should discuss this further with your doctor or pharmacist.

This information sheet has been written for people with arthritis to provide general information about exercise. It also includes guidelines as to what types and how much exercise to do and general safety tips. This sheet does not provide individual exercises or specific advice for each type of arthritis.

This information sheet has been written for people with a painful shoulder. It provides general information about shoulder pain and what can be done to help it. It also tells you where to go for further information.

This information sheet has been written for people with arthritis to provide general information about strength training (exercises to improve muscle strength). It includes information about how to get started and what to look for in a strength training class.

This information sheet has been written for people with arthritis to provide general information about tai chi. It includes information about the benefits of tai chi and how to get started. This sheet does not provide individual exercises or specific advice for each type of arthritis.

This information sheet has been written for people with arthritis to provide general information about water exercise. It includes information about different options for exercising in water and how to get started. This sheet does not provide individual exercises or specific advice for each type of arthritis.

There is a range of healthcare professionals who may be involved in helping you manage your arthritis. This information sheet outlines what each member of your healthcare team does and how to find them. It also includes tips on getting the most from a visit to your health professional.

Nearly one in five Australians - that's 3.85 million people - has arthritis. Arthritis Australia is a charitable not-for-profit organisation, and is the peak arthritis body in Australia. It is supported by affiliate offices in ACT, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Western Australia.

Arthritis Australia:
- provides support and information to people with arthritis as well as their families and friends
- promotes awareness of the challenges facing people with arthritis across the community, and to leaders in business, industry, and government
- funds research into potential causes and possible cures as well as better ways to live with arthritis, and
- aims to keep health professionals such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and community nurses informed.