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Use these U.S. government and professional organizations for deeper education, specialty information, and professional directories. Listing is editorial—not an endorsement of an individual provider.

U.S. GOVERNMENT

NIAMS / National Institutes of Health

Research-based health topics covering arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, juvenile arthritis, and related rheumatic diseases.

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U.S. NATIONAL LIBRARY OF MEDICINE

MedlinePlus

Consumer health information on arthritis, joint pain, infections, injuries, tests, medicines, and other health topics.

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RHEUMATOLOGY

American College of Rheumatology

Patient education, explanations of rheumatology roles, and a directory of rheumatology professionals.

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ORTHOPAEDICS

AAOS OrthoInfo

Orthopaedic education about joints, injuries, treatment discussions, and preparation for joint replacement.

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MOVEMENT AND FUNCTION

American Physical Therapy Association

Information about physical therapy and a directory for finding licensed physical therapists.

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EMERGENCY EDUCATION

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

U.S. public-health information about sepsis, warning signs, and the need to act fast.

Visit CDC sepsis information
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