Living a Full Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arthritis pain relief, treatment and remedies

About this Site

Welcome to the online version of "The Expert Patient's Guide to Living a Full Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis". On this site, you can read the full text of "The Expert Patient's Guide to Living a Full Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis". This book offers help and information on pain relief, treatment, medication, remedies, diagnosis, dealing with and living with the pain of arthritis You can also sign up for our newsletter, or download the PDF version of the ebook from the online store.

About the Author

At the age of 32, with three small children, Jasmine Jenkins was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Having benefited personally from Occupational Therapy she trained to become a fully qualified Occupational Therapist herself. She wrote this book from the perspective of practitioner and patient in the belief that it will help others to manage this condition positively and well.

Chapter List

Foreword
What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis? The Immune System; The Function Of The Joint; How Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects The Joint; Rheumatoid Arthritis And Osteoarthritis: The Differences; The Importance Of An Early Diagnosis; The Unpredictability Of Rheumatoid Arthritis; A Personal Scenario;
Pain And Discomfort: The Key Issues Coping With Pain; Understanding Pain; The Pain Gate; The Tens Machine; Massage; Acupuncture; Distraction; Natural Pain-Killers; Nutrition; Relaxation; Posture; The Pain Diary; Splinting; Medication; Surgery; A Personal Scenario;
Understanding Medication Medication For Rheumatoid Arthritis; New Treatments; Complementary Therapies; A Personal Scenario;
How To Protect Your Joints And Reduce Pain 1 Conserving Your Energy; 2 Avoiding Static Positions; 3 Discouraging Deformities; A Personal Scenario;
Equipment And Adaptations Equipment For The Kitchen; Equipment And Tips For Personal Care; Clothing; Selecting Furniture; Adaptations;
The Importance Of Exercise And Good Posture Planning Your Exercise; Exercise At The Table; Useful Yoga Exercises; Exercises For The Car; Exercises For The Chair; Standing Exercises; Exercises At The Kitchen Sink; Exercises On The Bed; Exercises For The Bath; Hydrotherapy And Swimming; The Benefits O
How To Relax And Manage Your Stress Symptoms Of Stress; A Definition Of Stress; Why Stress Occurs; Restoring The Balance; The Fight Or Flight Response; Learning To Relax; The Postures Of Stress; Getting Started; A Personal Scenario;
Work And Leisure The Benefits Of Employment; Factors That Help You Stay In Employment; Changing Work; Disability Benefits; A Personal Scenario; Avoiding The Downward Spiral;
Rheumatoid Arthritis And Relationships Asking For Help; Making Changes; Rheumatoid Arthritis And Sex; A Personal Scenario;
Achieving A Positive Outlook Dealing With The Diagnosis; How We Deal With Loss; Becoming An Expert Patient; The Benefits Of Active Coping; Helpful Support; A Personal Scenario; Helping Yourself;