As baby boomers age, that number is expected to reach 60 million by 2020, say The National Arthritis Data Workshop and the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. The staff of Dynamic Living, Inc. believes that the right tools and techniques can help arthritis sufferers maintain their independence.
Joint inflammation caused by arthritis can turn routine tasks into painful obstacles.
It's important not to get discouraged. Arthritis does not have to rule your life. You can overcome many barriers caused by arthritis with a little ingenuity and the right tools. At one time, doctors used to advise people with arthritis to rest, especially during flare-ups. However, we now know that inactivity leads to stiff joints, weak muscles and low energy levels.