Because arthritis is a chronic and disabling disorder, it is important to try to improve the quality of life of the arthritis sufferer. There are various medications that are available for arthritis, which attempt to decrease the inflammation in the joints and decrease the pain and discomfort. Medications alone cannot manage the disease properly for most women. Exercise is a key component to managing the pain associated with arthritis. Water aerobics, walking, low-level weight training are all possible ways to help manage the symptoms.
Stress management is also important to help keep the immune system in check.
Proper diet and nutrition, as well as weight loss may be beneficial. Ask your health care provider for more information on managing your arthritis. There is a new classification of medications that are helpful in treating the pain associated with arthritis. This new classification gives hope to arthritis patients. This classification of drug is relatively new, with the first being approved in December 1998.