Medications for fatigue
Fatigue may be a sign that you are having a JIA flare or the JIA is getting worse. To try to avoid flares, be sure… Read More
Overview of JIA medications
There is no known cure for JIA. However, there are safe and effective medications to help control the disease. These medications can help: decrease the… Read More
Nutrition and JIA
If you have active inflammation and painful joints, you might not feel like eating. This can lead to weight loss. On the other hand, if… Read More
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for JIA
Most young people with JIA are treated first with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These are called first-line medications because they are usually the first type… Read More
Physical methods to treat pain
Physical methods like heat, cold, touch, and exercise can help to reduce pain. These strategies can help improve your overall sense of well-being. They can… Read More
Physical methods to improve fatigue
Physical strategies, such as exercising regularly, conserving your energy and getting enough sleep are very helpful for reducing fatigue. They can help improve your quality… Read More
Medications for pain
JIA medications can help reduce pain and inflammation. You might be taking medications now to help control the JIA including: • Non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)… Read More
Other questions about JIA medications
You and your child may still have other questions about JIA medications. This section will answer some of the questions you may have. Talk to your… Read More
Oligoarticular JIA
Oligoarticular-persistent arthritis affects more females than males. It affects four or fewer joints. There may also be inflammation in the eye, called uveitis. Oligoarticular-persistent arthritis… Read More
Occupational therapy and JIA
An occupational therapist can help you function your best at school, work, and play. Occupational therapy can help to reduce your pain. It can help… Read More
Moving on: Working
It is important that you talk to your employer about JIA.You might not want to tell your employer because you may be worried that they… Read More
Moving on: Higher education
At the end of high school, some students know exactly what they want to do with their lives, while others don’t. There are also those… Read More
Mini-relaxation
Mini-relaxation is a quick and easy way to relax when you feel stress. It is a combination of belly breathing and muscle relaxation, which you… Read More
Lifestyle choices and JIA
It's your choice to drink, use drugs or not. In this section, learn about the effects drugs, drinking alcohol and smoking can have on JIA… Read More
Getting the most from JIA treatments
Over the past several sections, you have learned a wide variety of treatment strategies for JIA. You learned about different medications, using relaxation and distraction,… Read More
Feeling good about yourself
As a teenager, you go through a lot of changes in your body, which can be tough to deal with. You may also have to… Read More
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and JIA
This page describes the use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the diagnosis of arthritis. An MRI is a type of imaging test that produces… Read More
Maintaining your treatment program
Now that you have completed all of the sessions, it is a good time to review your self-management goals. On a sheet of paper, list… Read More
Managing your stress
Understanding the signs of stress is one of the first steps in learning how to manage your emotions. It is important to learn to recognise… Read More
Eye problems and JIA
Take a detailed look at the types of eye conditions that can occur in young people with arthritis. These conditions include uveitis, cataracts and glaucoma. Learn… Read More
JIA Resources
In addition to the information in this website, there are lots of other resources that can help you learn to manage JIA. Finding out your… Read More
Footwear and orthotics for JIA
Proper footwear is key to supporting your joints and body. Generally speaking, a good shoe is one that can be securely fastened, has a shock… Read More
Getting through the teen years
This page contains information to help parents cope with their increasingly independent teen. As your teenager moves through adolescence, they will become more independent and… Read More
Helping your teen take control
This page describes how to help your teen take control of the health care. Help them handle stress and make sure to have effective communication… Read More