The Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation

The mission of the OI Foundation is to improve the quality of life for people affected by osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) through research to find treatments and a cure, education, awareness, and mutual support.

The Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation, Inc. (OI Foundation) is the only voluntary national health organization dedicated to helping people cope with the problems associated with osteogenesis imperfecta. OI is a genetic bone disorder characterized by fragile bones that break easily. A person is born with this disorder and is affected throughout his or her life time. It is estimated that approximately 50,000 people in the United States have OI. There are several "types" of OI, representing a wide variation in appearance and severity.