Over 43 million Americans have arthritis, according to the Arthritis Foundation .
Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in America.
One in six people in the United States has arthritis, a condition that affects the joints and connective tissues causing chronic pain and loss of movement. UW Medical Center-Roosevelt's Bone and Joint Center offers a specialty program for rheumatoid arthritis. Our physicians and research programs lead the way in developing new, more effective methods of evaluating and treating patients. Our Approach Our team includes rheumatologists, reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, physical and occupational therapists, nurses, and other professionals specializing in arthritis management. Support groups and social services play key roles in our comprehensive program.