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The burden of brittle bones
Population projections suggest that the number of vertebral, humeral and pelvic fractures will increase by 12% every five years until 2036, and then by 6% every five years until 2051. more...
Painful realities
Obesity is one of the most preventable risk factors for OA; in fact, obese people are almost 2 1/2 times more likely to have OA than people of normal weight. more...
Latest News
Arthritis Victoria forming partnerships with local Nordic walking experts
18 Nov 2009
Nordic Academy Australia, the peak authority and national provider of Nordic Walking training,... more
All fired up: A workshop for young people with musculoskeletal conditions
16 Nov 2009
Are you of working age? Do you live with a musculoskeletal condition such as rheumatoid arthritis,... more
Informed living…living well…active living. A resource for Victoria.
Arthritis Victoria works to empower consumers, raise awareness of musculoskeletal health, and improve the wellbeing of people with musculoskeletal conditions. We do this by providing education and training, information, resources, access to peer support, and advocating for people with arthritis, osteoporosis, fibromyalgia, lupus and other musculoskeletal conditions. We are committed to ensuring that people from all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and from all parts of Victoria are able to access our programs and services.
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