Laois

Dedicated Branch Mobile

Every Tuesday at 10.45 am Read more

Coffee and chat in Laois

Last Tuesday of the month meet at 10.50 am Read more

Move to the Beat 6 week programme for people with arthritis in Laois

Starts Tuesday 1st March at 12pm Read more

Aqua Exercises for people with arthritis in Laois

Starts 11-12pm Wed 23rd March - 27th April Read more

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Vhi Women's Mini Marathon 2023

Support Arthritis Ireland at the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon 2023. Click here to find out how you can support us.
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is the name given to several forms of arthritis in children and teenagers under 16. It is an auto-immune condition, and while it principally affects the joints, it may also affect other organs including the eyes.
Aqua Aerobics Drogheda

Aqua Aerobics every Wednesday beginning 8th of March 8pm
Activator Poles Walking Class

Free 6 week activator poles walking classes. Kilkock GAA club every Friday 10am beginning 3rd March 2023 for 6 weeks.

Stop the Pain. Start the Cure.

How to leave a legacy or gift in your will to Arthritis Ireland
Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common of all types of arthritis. It usually develops gradually, over several years, and affects a number of different joints. The cause is unknown, but it does appear more in females than males.
Living Well with Arthritis

Reduce your pain and reclaim your life from arthritis by signing up for one of our in-person or online self-management courses.
Covid-19 (coronavirus)

Important information about Covid-19 (coronavirus) for people living with arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a very common type of inflammatory disease. The body’s natural defences (the immune system) attacks certain parts of the body instead of protecting it. This auto-immune reaction occurs mainly in the joints, but can affect vital organs too.
Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a syndrome associated with widespread pain and fatigue. There are no outward signs of the condition but fibromyalgia symptoms include severe pain, fatigue and stiffness.
Inflammation Nation Podcast - Season 2
Newly diagnosed

Being diagnosed with any type of arthritis can be a scary and confusing time for people. You will most likely have many questions about your condition and how it will affect you.
Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline (Amitriptyline Hydrochloride, Astilin) belongs to a group of drugs called tricyclic antidepressants. Although they are still used to treat anxiety and depression, they are also now widely used at lower doses to help block the chronic (long-term) pain of some rheumatic conditions.
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Fundraising Manager

Helpline and online supports

Our helpline and online support is a confidential service that can provide you with support on a whole range of issues. Read more

EULAR Edgar Stene Prize

The EULAR Edgar Stene Prize 2022 will be awarded to the best essay submitted by a person with arthritis writing about how treating their condition has influenced their hopes for the future. Read more

Donate to Arthritis Ireland and help us to continue providing supports and services to people with arthritis.

Bank transfers can be made to: Arthritis Ireland, AIB Bank, Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2, IBAN: IE37 AIBK 9310 6300 1641 11, BIC: AIBKIE2D Read more

Donate Fundraise

Living Well with Arthritis

Reduce your pain and reclaim your life from arthritis by signing up for one of our in-person or online self-management courses. Read more

Getting the most from your medical appointments

It is important to know the right questions to ask your doctor, how to discuss your symptoms with them and how to follow-up on your appointments. Read more

Newly diagnosed

Being diagnosed with any type of arthritis can be a scary and confusing time for people. You will most likely have many questions about your condition and how it will affect you. Read more

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is the name given to several forms of arthritis in children and teenagers under 16. It is an auto-immune condition, and while it principally affects the joints, it may also affect other organs including the eyes. Read more