Scroll down Support for living with JIA JIA-at-NRAS is a part of the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS). We provide information and support services for those affected by juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), their families, friends, carers, and health professionals. About us Donate to help What's Happening News, 05 Jan Coronavirus and JIA We understand that many people with RA or JIA and their families may be concerned at the Coronavirus pandemic described by the World Health Organisation as ‘a global public health emergency’. Event, on 14 Jun 2021 #WearPurpleForJIA #WearPurpleForJIA is an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the benefit of those living with JIA. News, 16 Jul Coping with swelling during the summer months Warm weather generally makes children feel active and motivated. But for children and young people with JIA, the warm weather might bring additional challenges. While it’s not uncommon for feet, ankles, and hands to swell up in the heat, those already dealing with JIA swelling may experience further tenderness. Get all the latest news and events straight to your inbox with our quarterly email. Don't worry, we won’t send you spam! Sign up About Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis All our information on Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, what it is, how it’s managed and living with the condition. What is JIA? → JIA means there is inflammation in a child’s joints that isn’t caused by any other condition. Symptoms of JIA → JIA is more than just painful joints. There are a number of symptoms that may be experienced and age is a big factor in this. JIA Diagnosis → There are a number of different investigations used in diagnoses, including blood tests and scans, along with a discussion about symptoms. JIA Medication → JIA is an auto-immune condition, so the main drugs used to control it are drugs called ‘immunosuppressants’. Search for resources Try searching our resource hub to find the articles, videos, tools and publications most helpful for you. I am… Child Health Professional Parent TeacherSelect topic… Diagnosis Diet and Exercise Healthcare professionals Medication Mental Health Other Conditions Research School Symptoms TransitionSelect resource type… Article Publication Video Clear All Article Research and drug trials Treating children | Some of the issues Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) refers to a group of seven different conditions with chronic ongoing arthritis as a common factor. Symptoms can range between mild to severe and the different types of JIA may require different types of management and treatment. Traditionally, treatments (medicines, injections, physiotherapy) and investigations […] Article Emotions and Mental Health Young people with long-term physical conditions, such as juvenile arthritis are more at risk of suffering from poor emotional and mental health, such as depression and anxiety. Long-term conditions can be managed but they cannot be cured and they come with a possibility of social isolation, low self-esteem, stigma and discrimination. This can certainly give […] Article Bullying School days are a time when the influence of other children is very important and fitting in is seen as essential. If children are thought of as different for any reason, they can be picked on and bullied. Sadly, we still live in a society in which to be different in any way can lead […] Article Cost of school uniforms Starting a new school can be expensive, not to mention having to deal with the cost of lost or damaged clothing and branded school bags. A range of deals can be found at a number of supermarkets and most parents make a supermarket their preferred choice to buy school uniform items. Buying your uniform second-hand […] Article The night before the exam Did you know that studies have shown you recall information better if you read or listen to it just before you go to sleep? Or that learning is more effective when spread out than it is if you try cramming it into one study session? By the time you approach the night before an exam, […] Load more ↓ Get Involved There are many ways in which you can get involved to support JIA-at-NRAS, from holding a tea party to joining in with our campaigns. Help by donating Donate today to change the lives of those with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Help by fundraising We need your help to continue our work and there’s lots of ways to do so! Help by campaigning Find out about what we do and help us to campaign for the change we need. Products View JIA Wristband £2.50 inc. VAT View JIA-at-NRAS T-Shirt (Child) £5.00 inc. VAT View JIA-at-NRAS T-Shirt (Adult) £6.00 inc. VAT Your Stories Summer’s story – a mother’s perspective of life with JIA Summer was 7 when she first complained of aches and pains in her legs. I put it down to growing pains which I remember having myself as a child. These pains went on for weeks and progressively became worse, so I made an appointment with our local GP who suggested she had a blood test. Lucien’s Story When I look at a photograph of my boy just before his 3rd birthday, he’s like a live wire, bursting with energy. That’s the way we see young kids. Yet my kid has what’s called Systemic Onset Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis which is the rarest form of JIA and can have the greatest impact. Yes, kids can get it too I’m going to be honest, I’m awful at writing about myself. I find it awkward and I’m never sure if I’m too whiny, or if it comes across that I’m trying too hard to be light-hearted and just ends up sounding absolutely miserable as a result. I am a worrier by nature, so I of course panicked when I was told that I had developed a disease. Bella’s story At 18 months old, Isabella-May woke up feeling poorly with a high temperature and sickness – nothing overly concerning. By the next day she was limping and still poorly so we took her to the GP who decided she had an ear infection. A week passed and she still wasn’t right. She was barely moving and limping when she did. Click to close video modal Close Help support others Because of your generous donations JIA-at-NRAS will continue to be there for everyone affected by JIA. MonthlySinglePay in Funds £5£8£15Other £10£25£50Other £50£100£200Other Donate now! NRAS in 2020 £ 0 raised through #WearPurpleForJIA 2020 0 Calls answered 0 Publications sent out 0 People reached
What's Happening News, 05 Jan Coronavirus and JIA We understand that many people with RA or JIA and their families may be concerned at the Coronavirus pandemic described by the World Health Organisation as ‘a global public health emergency’. Event, on 14 Jun 2021 #WearPurpleForJIA #WearPurpleForJIA is an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the benefit of those living with JIA. News, 16 Jul Coping with swelling during the summer months Warm weather generally makes children feel active and motivated. But for children and young people with JIA, the warm weather might bring additional challenges. While it’s not uncommon for feet, ankles, and hands to swell up in the heat, those already dealing with JIA swelling may experience further tenderness. Get all the latest news and events straight to your inbox with our quarterly email. Don't worry, we won’t send you spam! Sign up
News, 05 Jan Coronavirus and JIA We understand that many people with RA or JIA and their families may be concerned at the Coronavirus pandemic described by the World Health Organisation as ‘a global public health emergency’.
Event, on 14 Jun 2021 #WearPurpleForJIA #WearPurpleForJIA is an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the benefit of those living with JIA.
News, 16 Jul Coping with swelling during the summer months Warm weather generally makes children feel active and motivated. But for children and young people with JIA, the warm weather might bring additional challenges. While it’s not uncommon for feet, ankles, and hands to swell up in the heat, those already dealing with JIA swelling may experience further tenderness.
About Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis All our information on Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, what it is, how it’s managed and living with the condition. What is JIA? → JIA means there is inflammation in a child’s joints that isn’t caused by any other condition. Symptoms of JIA → JIA is more than just painful joints. There are a number of symptoms that may be experienced and age is a big factor in this. JIA Diagnosis → There are a number of different investigations used in diagnoses, including blood tests and scans, along with a discussion about symptoms. JIA Medication → JIA is an auto-immune condition, so the main drugs used to control it are drugs called ‘immunosuppressants’.
Search for resources Try searching our resource hub to find the articles, videos, tools and publications most helpful for you. I am… Child Health Professional Parent TeacherSelect topic… Diagnosis Diet and Exercise Healthcare professionals Medication Mental Health Other Conditions Research School Symptoms TransitionSelect resource type… Article Publication Video Clear All Article Research and drug trials Treating children | Some of the issues Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) refers to a group of seven different conditions with chronic ongoing arthritis as a common factor. Symptoms can range between mild to severe and the different types of JIA may require different types of management and treatment. Traditionally, treatments (medicines, injections, physiotherapy) and investigations […] Article Emotions and Mental Health Young people with long-term physical conditions, such as juvenile arthritis are more at risk of suffering from poor emotional and mental health, such as depression and anxiety. Long-term conditions can be managed but they cannot be cured and they come with a possibility of social isolation, low self-esteem, stigma and discrimination. This can certainly give […] Article Bullying School days are a time when the influence of other children is very important and fitting in is seen as essential. If children are thought of as different for any reason, they can be picked on and bullied. Sadly, we still live in a society in which to be different in any way can lead […] Article Cost of school uniforms Starting a new school can be expensive, not to mention having to deal with the cost of lost or damaged clothing and branded school bags. A range of deals can be found at a number of supermarkets and most parents make a supermarket their preferred choice to buy school uniform items. Buying your uniform second-hand […] Article The night before the exam Did you know that studies have shown you recall information better if you read or listen to it just before you go to sleep? Or that learning is more effective when spread out than it is if you try cramming it into one study session? By the time you approach the night before an exam, […] Load more ↓
Article Research and drug trials Treating children | Some of the issues Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) refers to a group of seven different conditions with chronic ongoing arthritis as a common factor. Symptoms can range between mild to severe and the different types of JIA may require different types of management and treatment. Traditionally, treatments (medicines, injections, physiotherapy) and investigations […]
Article Emotions and Mental Health Young people with long-term physical conditions, such as juvenile arthritis are more at risk of suffering from poor emotional and mental health, such as depression and anxiety. Long-term conditions can be managed but they cannot be cured and they come with a possibility of social isolation, low self-esteem, stigma and discrimination. This can certainly give […]
Article Bullying School days are a time when the influence of other children is very important and fitting in is seen as essential. If children are thought of as different for any reason, they can be picked on and bullied. Sadly, we still live in a society in which to be different in any way can lead […]
Article Cost of school uniforms Starting a new school can be expensive, not to mention having to deal with the cost of lost or damaged clothing and branded school bags. A range of deals can be found at a number of supermarkets and most parents make a supermarket their preferred choice to buy school uniform items. Buying your uniform second-hand […]
Article The night before the exam Did you know that studies have shown you recall information better if you read or listen to it just before you go to sleep? Or that learning is more effective when spread out than it is if you try cramming it into one study session? By the time you approach the night before an exam, […]
Get Involved There are many ways in which you can get involved to support JIA-at-NRAS, from holding a tea party to joining in with our campaigns. Help by donating Donate today to change the lives of those with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Help by fundraising We need your help to continue our work and there’s lots of ways to do so! Help by campaigning Find out about what we do and help us to campaign for the change we need.
Your Stories Summer’s story – a mother’s perspective of life with JIA Summer was 7 when she first complained of aches and pains in her legs. I put it down to growing pains which I remember having myself as a child. These pains went on for weeks and progressively became worse, so I made an appointment with our local GP who suggested she had a blood test. Lucien’s Story When I look at a photograph of my boy just before his 3rd birthday, he’s like a live wire, bursting with energy. That’s the way we see young kids. Yet my kid has what’s called Systemic Onset Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis which is the rarest form of JIA and can have the greatest impact. Yes, kids can get it too I’m going to be honest, I’m awful at writing about myself. I find it awkward and I’m never sure if I’m too whiny, or if it comes across that I’m trying too hard to be light-hearted and just ends up sounding absolutely miserable as a result. I am a worrier by nature, so I of course panicked when I was told that I had developed a disease. Bella’s story At 18 months old, Isabella-May woke up feeling poorly with a high temperature and sickness – nothing overly concerning. By the next day she was limping and still poorly so we took her to the GP who decided she had an ear infection. A week passed and she still wasn’t right. She was barely moving and limping when she did.
Summer’s story – a mother’s perspective of life with JIA Summer was 7 when she first complained of aches and pains in her legs. I put it down to growing pains which I remember having myself as a child. These pains went on for weeks and progressively became worse, so I made an appointment with our local GP who suggested she had a blood test.
Lucien’s Story When I look at a photograph of my boy just before his 3rd birthday, he’s like a live wire, bursting with energy. That’s the way we see young kids. Yet my kid has what’s called Systemic Onset Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis which is the rarest form of JIA and can have the greatest impact.
Yes, kids can get it too I’m going to be honest, I’m awful at writing about myself. I find it awkward and I’m never sure if I’m too whiny, or if it comes across that I’m trying too hard to be light-hearted and just ends up sounding absolutely miserable as a result. I am a worrier by nature, so I of course panicked when I was told that I had developed a disease.
Bella’s story At 18 months old, Isabella-May woke up feeling poorly with a high temperature and sickness – nothing overly concerning. By the next day she was limping and still poorly so we took her to the GP who decided she had an ear infection. A week passed and she still wasn’t right. She was barely moving and limping when she did.
Help support others Because of your generous donations JIA-at-NRAS will continue to be there for everyone affected by JIA. MonthlySinglePay in Funds £5£8£15Other £10£25£50Other £50£100£200Other Donate now!
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