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    Learn general information about arthritis and what you can do to manage it.

    5 Proven Ways to Manage Arthritis
    Physical Activity for Arthritis
    Risk Factors
    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
    Arthritis Types
    • Osteoarthritis (OA)
    • Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
    • Fibromyalgia
    • Gout
    • Childhood Arthritis
    Page last reviewed: February 20, 2019
    Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion , Division of Population Health
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