Movement, for nearly one in two Americans over the age of 18, and many children, is restricted by a musculoskeletal bone or joint disorder — arthritis, back pain, fractures, osteoporosis, sports trauma, and other ailments which affect function and mobility. As part of the Global Alliance for Musculoskeletal Health, US patient and healthcare professional organizations, industry, medical schools, government agencies, and health systems providers 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. Through its key initiatives and Bone and Joint Alliance, USBJI strives to improve the musculoskeletal health of Americans by working collaboratively across sectors.
USBJI Bone and Joint AllianceThe USBJI Bone and Joint Alliance is our membership program which enables all members to play an active role and speak as “one voice” to the public, policy makers, and other key healthcare stakeholders regarding key issues important to musculoskeletal health Join Today!USBJI’s Burden of Musculoskeletal Diseases in the US report illustrates the impact of musculoskeletal diseases in the US, including societal and economic cost. USBJI’s Young Investigator Initiative is a grant mentoring and career development program designed to increase the pipeline of clinician and basic scientists undertaking musculoskeletal research |