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Joint Protection and Arthritis - Protect and Prevent Joint Damage
Information on arthritis and joint protection. Prevent further joint damage and pain by using proper arthritis joint protection techniques. Pratice good body mechanics and consider regular range of motion movement and exercise. The use of assistive devices, bracing and splinting can also further protect your joints.
- A - Z: Diet / Prevention
- A - Z: Joint Pain
- A - Z: Natural Therapies
- A - Z: Pain Relief
- Assistive Devices
- Exercise
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Sports Injury and Arthritis
- Where Does it Hurt?
Do You Use Joint Protection Techniques?
You can lessen arthritis pain and preserve your joints by following joint protection techniques and principles.
How To Protect Your Joints
Advice about good body mechanics and assistive equipment to help you avoid further damage to your joints.
What Actions Help Preserve Manual Dexterity?
What actions help preserve manual dexterity in people with arthritis of the hand?
Assistive Devices For Arthritis
Assistive devices can make living with arthritis easier.
What Can Be Done To Prevent Hand Deformity?
In rheumatoid arthritis, the small joints of the hands and wrists typically are involved, causing joint deformity.
Top Raised Toilet Seats
People with arthritis and mobility problems can have a difficult time getting up from a toilet seat. It's something that most people take for granted. Raised toilet seats can eliminate the problem. The additional height provided by this adaptive aid provides an affordable and obtainable solution.
Top Reacher Aids
Reachers assist people with limited range of motion from arthritis, helping to snag out of reach items with ease.
Top Ankle Braces
Ankle braces can support, stabilize, and limit range-of-motion of the ankle joint.
Top Ankle Supports
Arthritic, weak, or injured ankles can benefit from additional support. Support braces and wraps are readily available.
Top Wrist Supports
Wrist splints, wraps, and stabilizers for more support.
Top Knee Supports
Stabilizing and reinforcing the knee joint is important for people with arthritis of the knee. Knee supports can help with joint protection and pain reduction.
Top Back Supports
Proper posture can relieve strain on back muscles. Backrests, cushions, and specially designed pillows offer the necessary support.
Occupational Therapy - Making Life Easier
An evaluation by an occupational therapist can help assess the limitations caused by arthritis and the need for adaptation to make life easier.
Exercise: Essential Treatment For Arthritis
Regular exercise is a vital part of any arthritis treatment program. Increasing strength and mobility, while reducing pain are the desired benefits.
Safe Lifting Techniques
Eight Safety tips when lifting heavy objects.
10 Ways You Can Protect Your Joints
There are some definite actions you can take to protect your joints, from Arthritis.org.
Slide Show: Joint Protection for People With Arthritis Pain
Joint protection is one of the most effective ways to avoid or relieve pain and prevent further joint damage, from Mayo Clinic.
