Biopsychosocial contributions to the management of arthritis disability. Blueprints from an NIDRR-sponsored conference.

The contributions of MACs and RRTCs to the generation of arthritis-related biopsychosocial research over the last 15 years have been enormous. However, the assimilation of biopsychosocial concepts into mainstream clinical practice, professional education, and public awareness will require a sustained national effort.