The Arthritis Helpbook: A Tested Self-Management Program for Coping with Arthritis and Fibromyalgia
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A thoroughly revised аnd updated edition οf thе book strongly recommended bу both thе Arthritis Foundation аnd thе Arthritis Society
Thе Arthritis Helpbook іѕ thе world’s leading guide tο coping wіth joint pain, аnd hаѕ bееn used bу more thаn 600,000 readers over іtѕ twenty years іn print. It succeeds bесаυѕе οf іtѕ tested advice, іtѕ hundreds οf useful hints, аnd іtѕ emphasis οn self-management-helping people wіth arthritis аnd fibromyalgia tο achieve thеіr οwn health goals. Chapters allow readers tο:
Learn proven techniques tο reduce pain аnd increase dexterity
Build a calcium-rich diet аnd maintain a healthy weight
Design аn exercise program thаt matches thеіr needs
Find tips аnd gadgets thаt solve common problems, bіg аnd small
Overcome fatigue, depression, аnd οthеr troubling feelings associated wіth thеѕе health issues
Learn аbουt аll available arthritis medications аnd surgeries
Thе Arthritis Helpbook: A Tested Self-Management Program fοr Coping wіth Arthritis аnd Fibromyalgia
There are more than one hundred types of arthritis. The proper diagnosis treatment and management of the illness is the subject of this book. This book aims to give individuals who suffer from arthritis the tools for managing their own illness. It is written by professionals who have a comprehensive understanding of the subject. The first section of the book is devoted to ‘Understanding those Aches and Pains’, the second to “Your Self- Management Plan”. There are also hints, tips, and gadgets given to help. And there is a chapter on ‘Keeping Your Body Healthy” There is also a section in which subjects such as pain management, getting a good night’s sleep, depression, fatigue and other symptoms, feelings and communication are treated. The last section of the book is devoted to providing help with finding the proper medical resources for treating the illness.
This work comes recommended by the Arthritis Foundation. It is clearly written and highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
I thought the majority of the book was very helpful. However, I was very upset that the authors decided to include some of their political views in the book – in particular I am referring to the statement that individuals consuming more than a certain amount of healthcare are unethical – ie: using biological response modifiers such as Enbrel. I hope that readers will recognize that this is just the authors’ opinion – not a fact. Many people in the healthcare industry, including myself disagree with this statement. If you need biologicals, take them!
Rating: 3 / 5
I am finding this book very helpful. I have myofascial pain (muscle) and find this book useful because I have a lot of difficulties with getting tasks done with my arms/hands due to ability and pain. I have really wanted to do some flower gardening this summer and this book has some lists of gardening tools that will help to get the job done. This has a lot of hints to help with grooming, household tasks, etc. I highly recommend this book to anyone with Carpal Tunnel, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, etc. One additional hint not in the book is that I have found it extremely comfortable to sleep at night with my hand and forearm on a polystyrene microbead pillow. You can google polystyrene microbead pillow or Moshi pillow. I find this kind of pillow very conforming to my hand and comfortable. My pillow is quite large and not over-stuffed (there is actually space in the pillow without the beads.) Also, I find that Biofreeze quite helpful on my tissues when the pain gets quite bad. You can order Biofreeze online or may get at your local pharmacy. Best of luck with feeling better.
Rating: 5 / 5
Many patients are dogged by chronic arthritis
pain and suffering. A strength of this work
is that the author reviews the different forms
and manifestations of the disease, as well as
comparative treatments. The acquisition would be
extremely useful for patients trying to develop
coping strategies for everyday living.
I find that prevention is the best coping
strategy. That is, know your triggers .
A trigger is an action that makes the symptomatology
worse. Classic triggers are :
o alcohol and smoking
o heavy creams
o coffee
o allergens of every type
The author explains the benefits of daily exercise
directed to preserving whatever functionality remains.
I find that a physical therapist is an invaluable
source. He/she can teach you how to perform everyday
motions without creating too many dangers from
falling or attempting to do activities which
make the symptomatology worse.
Acupuncture may be helpful to release excess
tension so that the limbs become more flexible
and less rigid.
Good luck and acquire this book for assistance with
arthritis issues.
Rating: 5 / 5
I saw this book in my public library, read it and wanted to buy it as it contains helpful exercises to help me deal with my hip arthritis. It is well worth the $ and it arrived quickly. Contains useful and up to date info on arthritis of all kinds.
Rating: 5 / 5