FIND YOUR 360/365 SOLUTION FOR ARTHRITIS
If you have arthritis with chronic joint pain, you may feel overwhelmed with the daily struggles of having a roller coaster ride of ups and downs. But with a good plan in place, you can successfully manage your arthritis, fight off the bad days, and create more good days.
360 DEGREES
Find multiple solutions that help you deal with every aspect of arthritis:
- Take your medications: for many forms of arthritis, your medications can stop the disease from destroying your joints.
- Start a PT maintenance regimen: physical therapy will help you maintain strength and mobility to keep your joints as healthy as possible.
- Try complementary treatments when needed: aquatherapy, massage, acupuncture, and manual treatments may be helpful in managing your pain and helping you to stay functional.
- Keep your mind stimulated: find sports and hobbies that allow you to pursue challenges and interests without burning your joints out. Focus on what you can do rather than getting upset about limitations.
- Get support, part 1: Build and maintain a strong social network with your friends and family. These connections are important for your mental well-being, whether you are having fun or looking for an ear to bend.
- Get support, part 2: Join an arthritis support group or participate in peer meetings for encouragement and problem solving with people who share and relate to your condition.
365 DAYS
Use each day to do everything you can for your health:
- Pace yourself: exercise is important, but always be careful to avoid overuse of your joints.
- Eat healthy: a nutritious diet will promote daily recovery, and will provide you with vitamins and phytonutrients to help keep your arthritis under control.
- Sleep: Focus on good sleep hygiene so that you get consistent, quality hours as many nights as possible Sleep is extremely important for your mind and body as you manage your arthritis.
- Maintain a sensible schedule: Plan your days to make sure you have mind-body and work-play balance. Try not to let stress build up- prioritize healthy outlets in regular intervals.
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