Arthritis is not a life sentence, but it can be life changing. Simple daily tasks can become difficult and painful, while managing family life and juggling work can be exhausting.
Adjusting isn’t always easy. But there are many people, services, products and benefits that can help.
Getting medical help and treatment for arthritis is important, but so is helping yourself – and it’s never too early to start. Although there is no cure for most forms of arthritis, there is a lot you can do to minimise the effect of arthritis on your everyday life.
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From 1 October 2010, the Equality Act 2010 has replaced major parts of the Disability Discrimination Act across the UK (except in Northern Ireland).