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, 21 Jun 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 06 Nov Wear Purple for JIA #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 monthly 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 JIA and RA As an organisation, NRAS cover both juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). There are certainly a lot of similarities between these two conditions and the following article will help you to understand both the similarities and the differences. Article Anti-Inflammatory diet tips AI (anti-inflammatory) foods pose no harmful side effects and are relatively cheap and easy to get hold of. Here are some of our top tips for getting some AI foods into your diet. 1. Aim for half to two-thirds of your plate to be non-starchy vegetables (think: greens of all kinds, mushrooms, summer squash, beets, […] Article Healthy Gut Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) are approximately 2 years into a study that is looking at how gut bacteria differs between healthy children and those with arthritis. GOSH are working in collaboration with hospitals in Oxford, Birmingham, Newcastle and New York for the study, and this group is called The IAMC – Inflammatory arthritis microbiome consortium. Article Examination of the joint fluid When infection is suspected If there is any chance (from the history or examination) that your child has an acute bacterial infection in a joint they will need to be admitted to hospital and have a sample of fluid taken from the joint which is then sent to the laboratory to test for infection. Usually, an orthopaedic […] Article Blood Testing A blood sample will often be taken and a number of tests are performed on these which include those listed below. In young children, blood is often taken from the back of the hand and a numbing cream or cold spray is put onto their hand in advance so that they will not feel pain […] 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 View JIA at NRAS T-Shirt (Child) £5.00 View JIA at NRAS T-Shirt (Adult) £5.00 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 2019 £ 0 raised through #WearPurpleForJIA 2019 0 Calls answered 0 Publications sent out 0 People reached
What's Happening News, 21 Jun 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 06 Nov Wear Purple for JIA #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 monthly email. Don't worry, we won’t send you spam! Sign up
News, 21 Jun 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 06 Nov Wear Purple for JIA #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 JIA and RA As an organisation, NRAS cover both juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). There are certainly a lot of similarities between these two conditions and the following article will help you to understand both the similarities and the differences. Article Anti-Inflammatory diet tips AI (anti-inflammatory) foods pose no harmful side effects and are relatively cheap and easy to get hold of. Here are some of our top tips for getting some AI foods into your diet. 1. Aim for half to two-thirds of your plate to be non-starchy vegetables (think: greens of all kinds, mushrooms, summer squash, beets, […] Article Healthy Gut Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) are approximately 2 years into a study that is looking at how gut bacteria differs between healthy children and those with arthritis. GOSH are working in collaboration with hospitals in Oxford, Birmingham, Newcastle and New York for the study, and this group is called The IAMC – Inflammatory arthritis microbiome consortium. Article Examination of the joint fluid When infection is suspected If there is any chance (from the history or examination) that your child has an acute bacterial infection in a joint they will need to be admitted to hospital and have a sample of fluid taken from the joint which is then sent to the laboratory to test for infection. Usually, an orthopaedic […] Article Blood Testing A blood sample will often be taken and a number of tests are performed on these which include those listed below. In young children, blood is often taken from the back of the hand and a numbing cream or cold spray is put onto their hand in advance so that they will not feel pain […] Load more ↓
Article JIA and RA As an organisation, NRAS cover both juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). There are certainly a lot of similarities between these two conditions and the following article will help you to understand both the similarities and the differences.
Article Anti-Inflammatory diet tips AI (anti-inflammatory) foods pose no harmful side effects and are relatively cheap and easy to get hold of. Here are some of our top tips for getting some AI foods into your diet. 1. Aim for half to two-thirds of your plate to be non-starchy vegetables (think: greens of all kinds, mushrooms, summer squash, beets, […]
Article Healthy Gut Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) are approximately 2 years into a study that is looking at how gut bacteria differs between healthy children and those with arthritis. GOSH are working in collaboration with hospitals in Oxford, Birmingham, Newcastle and New York for the study, and this group is called The IAMC – Inflammatory arthritis microbiome consortium.
Article Examination of the joint fluid When infection is suspected If there is any chance (from the history or examination) that your child has an acute bacterial infection in a joint they will need to be admitted to hospital and have a sample of fluid taken from the joint which is then sent to the laboratory to test for infection. Usually, an orthopaedic […]
Article Blood Testing A blood sample will often be taken and a number of tests are performed on these which include those listed below. In young children, blood is often taken from the back of the hand and a numbing cream or cold spray is put onto their hand in advance so that they will not feel pain […]
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!
NRAS in 2019 £ 0 raised through #WearPurpleForJIA 2019 0 Calls answered 0 Publications sent out 0 People reached