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This 5 page article describes what joints do, how they work, how joints can become unstable, and how joints are lubricated.

An overview of osteoarthritis including a definition, types of osteoarthritis, who is at risk, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. From the Johns Hopkins University.

Fact Sheet; Type "Ankylosing Spondylytis" [without quotes] in search box at this Web Site for additional information.

Overview of this spinal arthritic condition includes anatomy (with diagrams), causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

A short one page overview of what arthritis is, 2 kinds of arthritis, and how it is treated.

Comprehensive information source containing information on conditions and treatments, diet, and coping. Additional information on events and programs, advocacy, and research. Free "Arthritis Answers" email feature.

Overview of what juvenile arthritis is, what causes it, who gets it, diagnosis and treatment, and prevention.

Fact Sheet by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Fact sheet by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Fact sheet by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Fact sheet by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Website of Canadian Arthritis and Rheumatism Society CARS

Multimedia resource for anyone with questions about arthritis. Links have information about arthritis basics and conditions, medications, surgery, and living with arthritis.

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Vast resource of information about arthritis and related diseases including articles, netlinks, chat, bulletin board forum, newsletter, and more.