Arthritis, Osteoporosis, and Chronic Back Conditions
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Increase the mean number of days without severe pain among adults who have chronic joint symptoms.
(Objective 02-01)
Reduce the proportion of adults with chronic joint symptoms who experience a limitation in activity due to arthritis.
(Objective 02-02)
Reduce the proportion of all adults with chronic joint symptoms who have difficulty in performing two or more personal care activities, thereby preserving independence.
(Objective 02-03)
Increase the proportion of adults aged 18 years and older with arthritis who seek help in coping if they experience personal and emotional problems.
(Objective 02-04)
Increase the employment rate among adults with arthritis in the working-aged population.
(Objective 02-05)
Eliminate racial disparities in the rate of total knee replacements.
(Objective 02-06)
Increase the proportion of adults who have seen a health care provider for their chronic joint symptoms.
(Objective 02-07)
Increase the proportion of persons with arthritis who have had effective, evidence-based arthritis education as an integral part of the management of their condition.
(Objective 02-08)
