Got bones? Got joints?

Then you're at the right place! Whether you are an orthopaedic patient or professional, or someone concerned about your health or the health of your community, the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation exists for you - for your bone and joint health now and in the future.

The Foundation is Canada's only health charity dedicated solely to helping people maintain and regain their bone and joint or orthopaedic health. We do this by raising and allocating funds for the research, education and care that help Canadians to live and move independently.

"A joint replacement isn't a limitation, it's an opportunity to continue to enjoy an active and full life," says Al the recipient of a total hip replacement. Click here to read Al's and other real patient stories.

Some sources estimate that as many as 90% of Canadians will require orthopaedic treatment at some point in their lives. Bone and joint injuries and disorders affect millions of Canadians of all ages.

Did you know ...?

• Some sources estimate that more than 90% of Canadians will require orthopaedic treatment in their lifetime.
• Canada's physical activity guidelines say that children need to be moderately or vigorously active for at least 90 minutes daily for health growth and development.
• Knee injury prevention alone could reduce osteoarthritis of the knee, and its future disabling pain, by at least 20 percent.
• Demand for new hips and knees will double within the next 10 or 15 years.