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40% of Young Adults with Arthritis Face Work Limitations

1/21/2026

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Story summary

A University of Delaware study finds nearly 40% of American adults aged 18–64 with arthritis report work limitations, totaling about 10 million.
Co-author Daniel White notes the number may be higher since the study excluded adults over 65.
Mobility issues and other chronic conditions significantly contribute to work limitations.
Hispanic adults and veterans face greater challenges.
White advocates treatment options such as medication and physical therapy, noting arthritis is treatable.

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Story summary

A University of Delaware study finds nearly 40% of American adults aged 18–64 with arthritis report work limitations, totaling about 10 million.
Co-author Daniel White notes the number may be higher since the study excluded adults over 65.
Mobility issues and other chronic conditions significantly contribute to work limitations.
Hispanic adults and veterans face greater challenges.
White advocates treatment options such as medication and physical therapy, noting arthritis is treatable.