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Since 1988, The Arthritis Research Institute of America had focused 100% of its efforts on osteoarthritis research. With more than 30 scientific papers on our “Our Published Papers” page, you’ll find research that leads to a better understanding of the disease. Over 3700 volunteer participants from Florida have participated in the landmark Clearwater Osteoarthritis Study. The study is designed to uncover the causes and cures for osteoarthritis, the number one crippler of American adults. More than 20 million people suffer from osteoarthritis. By 2030, about 70 million people, some 20% of Americans, will be at risk for osteoarthritis. Our research and published papers are just the first step in curing osteoarthritis.
If you or someone you love has knee pain, neck pain, foot pain or hand pain, osteoarthritis may be the culprit. From weekend warriors to joggers, fitness fans of all kinds are seeing the results of wear and tear on their joints. Scientists are now realizing that genetics may also play a big role in susceptibility to osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis strikes people in more than their joints; it also affects their finances and lifestyles. Treatments like medicines and surgery are expensive. Add to that the wages lost because of disability. One in three families are touched by osteoarthritis, with a cost to the economy of $13 trillion.
The Arthritis Research Institute of America, through its low cost, community based studies, seeks the causes and cures for osteoarthritis. We contribute to public health, offer our landmark research and provide a forum for our volunteers and our family of financial supporters to commit their resources to making medical history. We welcome your help in the fight against osteoarthritis.