Many people living with arthritis will tell you that they can predict the weather based on their level of joint pain. There may be something to this: studies suggest that changes in weather factors may increase pain. And as we know, weather changes are becoming the norm, so it’s something that people with arthritis need
Instructions Begin by finding a comfortable position (some choices are: a chair with arm supports and feet touching flat to floor or stool; or lying on floor or bed with lower legs supported on pillows and rolled towel in curve of neck). Make sure you will have no interruptions (you may choose to take the. . .
Did you know you’re “feeding” your joints when you’re active? Cartilage depends on the circulation caused by joint movement to stay hydrated, absorb nutrients and remove waste. Cartilage, ligaments, muscles and bone become stronger and more resilient with regular exercise. Physical activity and exercise actually help keep joints healthy and reduce pain. Choose low- and. . .
Human feet have 52 bones, 66 joints and more than 200 muscles, tendons and ligaments, all so the feet can support our skeleton and provide balance and mobility. Our footwear can help or hinder us in our daily activities, which is why appropriate selection is always important. It’s not just feet that suffer from poor. . .
Mindfulness meditation is an activity that recognizes the powerful connection between the mind and body and how that connection can be used when faced with stress. Research has shown that the regular practice of mindfulness can have positive effects on overall well-being, anxiety, depression and pain. Our brain is like a computer. It can get
In this video, certified yoga instructor and chair yoga instructor for arthritis, Julia McNally (The RA Yogi), guides participants through a simple four-minute mindful breathing exercise to help calm the mind and body. Like other forms of physical activity, yoga can cause the release of your body’s own painkillers called endorphins. Before starting any new
For people with arthritis, pain and accompanying stress and anxiety can often be a part of daily life. Research has shown that mindfulness meditation can help reduce the intensity and unpleasantness of pain, as well as improve symptoms of anxiety and depression. Mindfulness meditation is a particular type of meditation which asks us to pay attention to our. . .
“I get by with a little help from my friends,” is a classic song lyric worth humming—and why not add in your own line about a little help from assistive devices too? When you’re living with arthritis, there are a number of simple tools that can help you go about your daily life with less. . .
Thinking about requesting accommodations for your arthritis at work? Only you will know best what accommodations might be helpful and possible at your workplace, but here are some common types of “asks” to get you brainstorming. Flexible Work Hours Some jobs require you to work at a particular time, but in many workplaces the hours
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