There are known and effective strategies to prevent arthritis, reduce symptoms, decrease disability, and improve quality of life. For example: Weight management and physical activity may lower risk. Early diagnosis and appropriate self-management may decrease pain. Arthritis Self-help Course, an evidence-based education program, may reduce pain and enhance self-management. The new Wisconsin Arthritis Program will engage citizens, health professionals, and organizations together as partners to reach more people in order to utilize effective strategies to prevent arthritis, reduce symptoms, decrease disability, and improve quality of life.
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