OA Action Alliance

OA Action Alliance A national coalition promoting effective programs, policies and communication strategies to prevent and control osteoarthritis.

The Osteoarthritis Action Alliance (OAAA) was launched in 2011 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Arthritis Foundation to realize the mission and objectives outlined in the 2010 National Public Health Agenda for Osteoarthritis. In 2014, management of the OAAA was transferred to the Thurston Arthritis Research Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. We reconnected, we got social, and we're ready to take action. The OA Action Alliance strongly endorses and encourages regular physical activity, weight management, injury prevention and self-management education as proven strategies to maintain healthy joints and manage the symptoms of osteoarthritis.

Catch up on the latest in osteoarthritis research in this week's Research Roundup https://bit.ly/4nN4uYF
11/17/2025

Catch up on the latest in osteoarthritis research in this week's Research Roundup

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11/14/2025

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YOUR JOINTS MATTER!A “tactical athlete” trains their body to achieve peak physical performance in their respected occupa...
11/13/2025

YOUR JOINTS MATTER!
A “tactical athlete” trains their body to achieve peak physical performance in their respected occupation. One area of focus for tactical athletes is the prevention of injury. Just 10 minutes of Remain in the Game: A Joint Effort could mean avoiding 10 months of recovery. If you are a tactical athlete, make the time to include Remain in the Game: A Joint Effort as part of your training program.
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Join us for our upcoming Lunch & Learn Webinar on Wednesday, November 19, at 12PM ET. Register Today! https://bit.ly/4oj...
11/12/2025

Join us for our upcoming Lunch & Learn Webinar on Wednesday, November 19, at 12PM ET. Register Today! https://bit.ly/4ojseEH

Thursday, November 13, 20253:00 - 4:00 PM ETIn October 2020, the Arthritis Foundation held a pain policy roundtable foll...
11/12/2025

Thursday, November 13, 2025
3:00 - 4:00 PM ET

In October 2020, the Arthritis Foundation held a pain policy roundtable following the publication of data showing the high frequency and level of pain that many people with arthritis live with.

November 13 we'll discuss the progress made in pain management treatment and access over the last 5 years and discuss the needs, challenges, and promises for the next 5 years. New arthritis patient data will also be unveiled.
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/49yUQWn

Happy Veterans day! The OAAA would like to extend its gratitude to all the men and women who have served and are current...
11/12/2025

Happy Veterans day! The OAAA would like to extend its gratitude to all the men and women who have served and are currently serving our country.

As current and former tactical athletes, did you know that about 1 and 3 veterans are affected by Osteoarthritis?

Our Remain in the Game program provides simple, effective strategies to protect your joints, reduce injury risk, and stay mission ready.

Learn more: https://oaaction.unc.edu/2021/09/remain-in-the-game-for-tactical-athletes/

Catch up on the latest in osteoarthritis research in this week's Research Roundup https://bit.ly/3LgWlhM
11/10/2025

Catch up on the latest in osteoarthritis research in this week's Research Roundup
https://bit.ly/3LgWlhM

Did you know that physical activity is one of the best treatments for both diabetes and osteoarthritis?Even small amount...
11/08/2025

Did you know that physical activity is one of the best treatments for both diabetes and osteoarthritis?

Even small amounts of movement can:
- Improve blood sugar control
- Strengthen muscles around joints
- Ease pain and stiffness

Hear how diabetes treatments might also affect joint pain in the latest Joint Action podcast with Professor Flavia Cicuttini: https://www.jointaction.info/podcast/episode/5ea59a7c/can-a-diabetes-pill-help-with-knee-pain-a-discussion-with-professor-flavia-cicuttini

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis and can be caused - or worsened by - excess body weight. Just...
11/07/2025

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis and can be caused - or worsened by - excess body weight. Just 1 pound gained can equal 4 pounds of pressure on your knees!

Visit our site for tips and tools to manage weight and take some pressure off your joints.

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Stiffness, swelling, and pain in your joints from osteoarthritis (OA) should not keep you from your favorite activities....
11/06/2025

Stiffness, swelling, and pain in your joints from osteoarthritis (OA) should not keep you from your favorite activities. There is a common myth that being active could make your joint pain symptoms worse, but the opposite is true!
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Dr. David Berkoff, professor at UNC Department of Orthopedics, shares his tips to help patients suffering from osteoarthritis get active to help manage the d...

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The Osteoarthritis Action Alliance (OAAA) was launched in 2011 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Arthritis Foundation to realize the mission and objectives outlined in the 2010 National Public Health Agenda for Osteoarthritis. The OA Action Alliance strongly endorses and encourages regular physical activity, weight management, injury prevention and self-management education as proven strategies to maintain healthy joints and manage the symptoms of osteoarthritis.