North Jersey Regional Arthritis Center

The North Jersey Regional Arthritis Center (NJRAC) is a regionally based arthritis center that serves all northern New Jersey counties.  It was established in 2000 through the enactment of the Arthritis Quality of Life Initiative Act.

The Center’s goals are twofold.  First, it aims to increase awareness about arthritis and osteoporosis, and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.   Second, we provide programs that support better quality of life for those living with arthritis and osteoporosis.  Our activities include information and outreach, physical activity classes, and self-management programs and services for persons affected by arthritis and osteoporosis.

Services

• Physician referrals for diagnosis, treatment, physical and occupational therapy, nutrition counseling and pain management.
• Pre-operative education and testing for patients scheduled to have a total hip or total knee replacement surgery.
• Quality of life programs are provided at the Center and community sites:
  • Arthritis Foundation Self Help Program
  • Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
  • Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
  • Arthritis Education and Support Group
  • Tai Chi From Arthritis Foundation
  • Project Healthy Bones
• Resource room available with educational materials on arthritis and osteoporosis related topics.
• Educational forums, including lectures and workshops for health care professionals and community members.  Topics range from osteoarthritis and lupus to nutrition and complementary therapies.
• Leader training workshops that certify health care professionals and community members to provide a variety of programs designed for people with arthritis. 
• Toll-free Arthritis Help Information Line: 1-877-973-6500.  A nurse is available to answer questions regarding your upcoming total joint replacement surgery.  Educational information, program schedules, support and encouragement are also provided.