"Arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions are large contributors to illness, pain and disability in Australia. Highly prevalent, they place a significant burden on the community, both economic and personal, including the use of hospital and primary care services, disruptions to daily life, and lost productivity through disability.
More than 6.1 million Australians are reported to have arthritis or a musculoskeletal condition. Most commonly reported conditions are back pain and various forms of arthritis. Almost 1.2 million Australians are reported to have disability associated with arthritis and related disorders. Activity limitation is reported for a range of tasks. Mobility limitation is one of the major features of arthritis associated disability.
In view of this large disease burden - the number of people affected and the high disability impact - arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions were declared a National Health Priority Area (NHPA) in July 2002. The initial focus of this initiative is on osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis.
A National Action Plan (NAP) has been developed by the National Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Conditions Advisory Group (NAMSCAG) to reduce the burden of disease and disability associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis, and to improve the health-related quality of life." Australian Institute of Health and Welfare 2005. Arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions in Australia, 2005. AIHW Cat. No. PHE67. Canberra: AIHW.
This category offers information about services, information sources, support and aids for people living with arthritis and musculo-skeletal conditions.
Arthritis Queensland
Incorporating Osteoporosis Queensland
Windsor, QLD 4030
Arthritis Queensland is a non-profit organisation, helping those living with arthritis and osteoporosis to get the most out of their lives through facilitating courses, education programs, seminars, telephone information and support and funding vital research to help find a cure.
Arthritis Foundation of WA
Shenton Park, WA 6008
The objective of the Arthritis Foundation is to reduce the incidence and disabling effects of arthritis, osteoporosis and related conditions in the people of WA through programs in care, education and research.COUNTRY CALLERS: 1800 011 041
Muscular Dystrophy Limited
North Melbourne, VIC 3051
The organisation's website details an activities program, international support network for members and information about muscular dystrophy such as Duchenne and Becker type, Friedreich's Ataxia, Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, Limb-Girdle muscular dystrophy, Myasthenia gravis, Myotonic dystrophy, Spinal muscular atrophy and Chacot-Marie-Tooth disease. Become a member or support research.Centre for Rheumatic Diseases
Parkville, VIC 3050
The Centre for Rheumatic Diseases aims to improve understanding of the biological basis of arthritis; and related conditions and the care and well being of people affected by these conditions. It is involved in clinical and public health research and medical education.
Arthritis Australia
Freecall Arthritis Australia 1800 111 101
Forest Lodge, NSW 2037
Arthritis Australia provides support and information to people with arthritis as well as their families and friends; promotes arthritis awareness; funds research into potential causes, possible cures and better ways to live with arthritis; and aims to keep health professionals informed.Information is also available in Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Italian and Vietnamese.
Australian Association of Musculoskeletal Medicine (AAMM)
Bundaberg, QLD 4670
The AAMM promotes research, education and treatment of disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Its website contains information and resources for professionals and the public.ME-CFS-FM Support Association Qld Inc.
Toowoomba, QLD 4350
ME/CFS/FM Support Association Qld Inc. provides support, information, friendship and encouragement to people affected by Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia. Membership benefits include a drop in centre open 10am - 3pm Monday to Friday, monthly meetings, a journal titled THE QUEENSLAND COMMUNICATOR and a lending library.
Wollongong ME - CFS - FM Support Group
The Wollongong ME/CFS/FM Support Group aims to disseminate information about ME/CFS/FM throughout the community and to provide support and information for its members. Your membership enquiries and financial support for research projects are welcome.Osteoporosis Australia
Glebe, NSW 2037
Osteoporosis Australia aims to improve awareness about the condition - focusing on prevention and improved management. It advocates, aiming to influence relevant government health policy. It funds research in the area of bone metabolism by awarding fellowships and scholarships. It produces the Osteoblast magazine. Osteoporosis Australia has branches in states and territories.More Special care - Arthritis/Musculosceletal pages
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