Alaska Arthritis Resources
Arthritis Foundation Exercise and Aquatics Programs
Studies show that moderate physical activity can help people with arthritis feel less pain, move more easily and feel more energetic and positive. The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program is a land-based physical activity program specifically designed for people with arthritis. This program uses gentle activities that can be done while sitting, standing or on the floor. The Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program allows participants to exercise in warm water without putting excess strain on joints and muscles. Both programs can help Alaskans with arthritis manage their health, stay active and enjoy life.
For information about Arthritis Foundation Exercise and Aquatic Programs in your area or if you would like to become an instructor for your organization or community, please contact:
Arthritis Foundation, Pacific Northwest Chapter
3876 Bridge Way N., #300
Seattle, WA 98103
800-746-1821
800-542-0295 HelpLine
Living Well Alaska
The Alaska Arthritis Program also supports Living Well Alaska, a series of workshops that help people with chronic illnesses learn ways to self manage their condition and take charge of their life. Click here for more information or to find a workshop near you.
Publications
- Arthritis State Plan, 2008
- The Alaska Arthritis Resource Guide, 2007
- Arthritis in Alaska Fact Sheet, 2005
- Arthritis in Alaska 2003: A Report on the Burden of Arthritis
This report examines the burden of arthritis among adults in Alaska. - Alaska Arthritis and Osteoporosis Plan — June 2002
Produced by the Alaska Arthritis Program in order to provide information about the needs and resources for arthritis programs in the State of Alaska.
Resources
(NIAMS = National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases,
AF = Arthritis Foundation)
- National Arthritis Action Plan — Is a national plan cooperatively developed by the Arthritis Foundation and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) with many other partners. This document describes arthritis in the U.S. and begins a national effort to reduce the occurrence of arthritis and its disability.
- Arthritis: The Basics
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
- Español/Spanish
National and Local Links
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Arthritis Program
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
- Arthritis Foundation
- Lupus Foundation of America
- Lupus Foundation of America, Alaska Chapter
LFA, Alaska Chapter, Inc.
PO Box 240628
Anchorage, AK 99525
Phone: (907) 307-5787
Email: LFA_Alaska@hotmail.com
Fax: (907) 345-0695
State of Alaska Links
- Alaska's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
- Alaska Commission on Aging
- Adults with Physical Disabilities
- Eat Smart Alaska!
- Alaska Health Education Library Project
Email the Section of Chronic Disease Prevention
and Health Promotion:
hss.cdphp@alaska.gov
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