Where Can People Find More Information About Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases?
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) National Institutes of Health 1 AMS Circle Bethesda, MD 20892-3675 Phone: 301-495-4484 or 877-22-NIAMS (226-4267) (free of charge) TTY: 301-565-2966 Fax: 301-718-6366 E-mail: niamsinfo@mail.nih.gov www.niams.nih.gov NIAMS provides information about various forms of arthritis and rheumatic diseases and bone, muscle, joint, and skin diseases. It distributes patient and professional education materials and refers people to other sources of information. Additional information and updates can be found on the NIAMS Web site. Listings of clinical trials recruiting patients who have or are at risk of developing a rheumatic disease can be found at www.ClinicalTrials.gov. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons P.O. Box 2058 Des Plaines, IL 60017 Phone: 800-824-BONE (2663) (free of charge) www.aaos.org The academy provides education and practice management services for orthopaedic surgeons and allied health profession
