Arthritis Awareness month aims to make people more aware of arthritis and the issues involved. It’s a time to motivate us to get up and get moving while raising funds for research, support and advocacy.

As part of National Arthritis Month 2013, the “I Am the Face of Arthritis” campaign hopes to spread awareness about arthritis, and how it can affect nearly anyone.

Here are their top 10 things you should know about arthritis: