A diagnosis of arthritis is not the end of your life. There are many things you can do to keep control of your daily activities. It will take more self-discipline than you may be used to. Where exercise might have once been an overlooked drudgery, it now becomes an imperative aspect of life. Weight control is important in managing certain pain and in generally diminishing stress to your joints, so good nutrition will also become a newfound phrase.
Relaxation techniques take on a whole new meaning in helping to ease the pain of arthritis.
You As Team Leader Your goal, despite having arthritis, is to live a normal, fulfilling life. Each of us has our own concept of exactly what that goal might be. In order to reach your goal, you will need to assemble a team to assist you in your effort. Available resources will depend to a great extent on where you live. In large cities, medical help will be more readily available.