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Arthritis & Osteoporosis NT is a non-profit organisation located in Darwin, Northern Territory.

The number of people with arthritis in the Northern Territory is set to increase by 140% from 2007 to 2050.  This projected increase of arthritis is more rapid for the Northern Territory than for any other State/Territory in Australia.

Run chiefly by volunteers, AONT plays a vital role in the lives of those affected by arthritis, osteoporosis and other musculoskeletal conditions by providing support, educational services and management information in the NT.

The information on this website is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or health care provider. Arthritis & Osteoporosis NT recommends that you consult your doctor about specific medical conditions.

Free Resources

10 Steps for Living Well with Arthritis

At Home with Arthritis

Living well with Arthritis information booklet Ten Steps for Living Well with Arthritis includes information on:

  • knowing your disease
  • knowing your treatment options
  • making healthy food choices
  • finding new ways to stay active
  • techniques to help manage pain
At Home with Arthritis free information booklet At Home with Arthritis includes information on:
  • techniques designed to reduce joint stress and pain and incorporating these into daily life
  • finding a healthy balance between activity and rest
  • aids and equipment that can help make your daily activities less tiring

Taking control of your Rheumatoid Arthritis

Living Life with Healthy Bones

Taking control of your Rheumatoid Arthritis free information booklet Taking control of your Rheumatoid Arthritis will help you understand how Rheumatoid Arthritis develops and how to deal with it.

There is also information and practical advice to help you in your discussions with your doctor and health professional.

Living Life with Health Bones free information DVD Living Life with Healthy Bones is a DVD, produced by Osteoporosis Australia, that explains how to maintain healthy bones.

In particular, the DVD covers the importance of:

  • vitamin D
  • calcium
  • exercise
Thought For The Day
Arthritis or some other form of musculo-skeletal disease is experienced on a long-term basis by more than 4,500,000 Australians
~mydr.com.au

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Our Patrons

Our Patron:

Her Honour the Honourable Sally Thomas AM, Administrator of the Northern Territory

Our Vice Patron:

Mr Peter Styles, MLA
Mr Ken Vowles, MLA

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