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Bone and Joint Action week is supported by the Global Alliance for Musculoskeletal Health.
This event was previously known as the Bone and Joint Decade. Upon the conclusion of the decade, it became an annual weekly observance surrounding the following annual days:
World Arthritis Day on October 12
World Spine Day on October 16
World Trauma Day on October 17
World Pediatric Bone & Joint Day on October 19
World Osteoporosis Day on October 20
U.S. patient and healthcare professional organizations, medical schools, government agencies, health systems providers and industry, have come together as part of the United States Bone and Joint Initiative (USBJI) to improve prevention of bone and joint disorders, and the quality of life for those affected.
Movement is an issue for nearly one in two Americans over the age of 18, and for many children. Musculoskeletal disorders include arthritis, back pain, fracture, osteoporosis, sports trauma, and other ailments affecting function and mobility. The goal of this week is to increase awareness and provide solid information for the public, whilst supporting research.
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