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Wear compression gloves. I use them when mopping or doing repetitive work on computer / keyboard. I sleep with them when I have flare ups to relieve pain, which is n ... read more
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 64 Female
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I find that I’m very ‘dropsy’ and often break my phone due to this. I found an awesome phone case with a cord, like the way people use a cord to pop their glasses ar ... read more
Sandy
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 42 Female More than 5 years
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QUESTION OF THE DAY:
What are some tips you use around the house to make chores easier?
Stick to an anti-inflammatory diet to try to control the RA as using the drugs has opened me up to all kinds of diseases (Valley Fever, Necrotizing fasciitis). All o ... read more
Sheryl
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 44 Female More than 5 years
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Get ready-made platters of hors d'oeuvres and plate them on your own platter. No one will know if you sliced the cheese and pepperoni yourself or not!
Linda Ruescher
Writer/Author, http://copingwithchronicillness.blogspot.com/ Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Female
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I use Magnilife Arnica Pain Relief Gel on my hands and foot whenever I get an RA flare-up in them. It's the best I have found to relieve inflammation and pain. Need ... read more
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 74 Female More than 5 years
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An Easier Way to Get In and Out of Your Car
An Easier Way to Get In and Out of Your Car
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Work out while cleaning. Something is better than nothing....
Angela Heninger Genge
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 52 Female More than 5 years
4
Finding a good rheumatologist made all the difference and a biologic provides days I feel I can function
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 65 Female More than 5 years
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What’s your top strategy for managing RA pain?
Use a grabber reacher tool
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Female More than 5 years
6
Eliminate at-home risks. Arthritis can lead to decreased functioning, especially with regards to balance and strength. As a result, those with arthritis are at an in ... read more
Kelly Todd, PT, DPT
Healthcare provider for Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 35 Female
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During cold weather or cold rainy weather I have more pain. Also, a stressful situation can bring on a flareup. My tips: Medication and staying active, as well as ke ... read more
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 75 Female
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For any type of detergent, such as dishwasher or laundry soap, I use the single use pods (like Tide pods), as it is much easier than lifting a large jug.
Kimberly Steinbarger, PT, MHS
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Female More than 5 years
14
I was dx about 25y and was suggested meds at 35y. I went vegan at age 36y and was symptom free after about two months. Migraine headaches also went away.
Kim E.
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Female
4
Be honest, telling your partner the lie that you are OK, is lying to yourself as well.
Rick
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Male
7
Break up all of your tasks! I've always been super active but now instead of leaving the house to run a bunch of errands, I try to plan life out many days ahead. W ... read more
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 47 Female 1 to 5 years
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My flare ups start slowly and I then know that the night is going to be painful and with little or broken sleep. I’m constantly reassuring myself with mantras and I ... read more
John Reilly
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 62 Male
2
Always use ergonomic key boards, mouse, and raised desk platforms. Stand often, drink lots of water, see the sun while at work. I find this lessens the burden of a d ... read more
Angharad Chester-Jones
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 40 Female More than 5 years
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A big help is having my German Shepherd dog. I lost some confidence when I was diagnosed with RA. I am a dog lover and not only is he a best friend and great compani ... read more
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 58 Female More than 5 years
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Move in the water! Exercising in the water has been shown to have good benefits for people with arthritis. In addition, the water provides buoyancy and therefore les ... read more
Kelly Todd, PT, DPT
Healthcare provider for Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 35 Female
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Physical therapy may seem challenging now, but it'll help in the long run. Trust me.
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis Age: 29 Male More than 5 years
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