Products that Can Help with Arthritis

According to the Center for Disease Control, nearly 46 million Americans have been diagnosed with arthritis, a crippling and debilitating disease (Source: http://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/data_statistics.htm). Over the next 20 years, that number is projected to grow to 67 million. The odds of you or a loved one being diagnosed with arthritis currently sit at 1 in 5, or 20% – but the numbers are rapidly growing.

If you are one of the 46 million Americans already diagnosed with arthritis, you have already taken an important step just by talking to your doctor about the condition. If left untreated, arthritis can be a very debilitating disease, but thanks to growing awareness about the condition, there are a number of products available that can help those with arthritis live abundant lives.

Kitchen & Dining Assistance

To those not living with arthritis, we take simple tasks for granted – tasks like scooping food onto a fork or spoon, cutting meat with a fork and knife, or even taking a sip of water. Thankfully, there are products developed especially for those living with arthritis or other debilitating conditions that are easy on the hands, and other weak joints. These products make the tasks we take for granted so much easier for those living with arthritis.

Standing & Mobility Aids

A seemingly simple task such as getting out of a chair or walking across the room is anything but easy for someone diagnosed with arthritis. Extra assistance is needed for these daily activities, and there are products available that can make living with arthritis a lot easier. Electric lift chairs help you get on your feet easily and pain free, while bed rails help you get in and out of bed and specialty canes can get you across the room easily.

Sleeping Comfortably

Arthritis does not just restrict movement, contrary to the belief of many, but instead it inflicts severe pain on joints and muscles. Because of this, it is often difficult to get a good night’s rest on a standard bed. Electric adjustable beds allow those living with arthritis to adjust the mattress to a position that will let them rest comfortably. Adjustable beds may also temporarily reduce some of the pain associated with the disease. Most adjustable beds can also be fitted with the bed rails mentioned earlier, making getting in and out of bed a more manageable task.

On the Spot Pain Relief

Never underestimate the handiness of a heating or cooling pack for someone living with arthritis. This on the spot pain relief can provide hours of comfort. Microwaveable and freezable gel packs do wonders to alleviate the symptoms of arthritis and should always be kept handy. Also keeping a variety of wraps and splints nearby can provide some temporary relief from the effects of arthritis.

Living with arthritis doesn’t have to be as painful anymore. Thanks to growing awareness among doctors and medical companies, products designed to alleviate the symptoms of this disease can be found all over. Take back control of your life today!

About the Author: Aaron Garcia is a representative for Craftmatic Adjustable Beds, a US based manufacturer of adjustable beds and electric lift chairs which might temporarily reduce the effects of arthritis and other similar conditions.