The following sites may provide more information on joint conditions and treatment.
Additional Information on the Knee
- Knee Replacement – Med Line Plus
- Knee Arthroscopy – Healthfinder
Additional Information on the Hip
- Hip Replacement – MedLine Plus
- Hip – AAOS Fact Sheets
General Information on Joint Replacement
- Arthritis of the Knee – AAOS
- Arthritis Foundation – Upstate NY
- Exercise & Arthritis – Arthritis Foundation
- NIAMS – National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American College of Rheumatology
Local Arthritis Support & Education Groups
Support groups, at no charge, are available for people with arthritis and their family members.
- Arthritis Club – 585-388-0438
- Fibromyalgia Support Group (Rochester) – 585-292-0328 (in cooperation with FARNY)
- Pain Management Support Group (Waterloo) – 315-539-4609
- Rheumatoid Arthiritis Support Group – 585-334-7016
Taking Control of Arthritis
If you have been diagnosed with any form of arthritis, Taking Control of Arthritis can give you information to help you manage your illness. Contact the Arthritis Foundation, Upstate New York Chapter at [email protected].