Arthritis

Toenail Clippers for the Elderly for Safe Senior Foot Care

Old age restricts many elderly people from being able to do simple activities of daily living which we tend to take for granted in our young days. One such activity is personal grooming and hygiene, specifically in terms of clipping toenails. In their advanced years, many seniors find it difficult to handle small tools like toenail clippers in their hands and fingers due to arthritis …

What is the Best Computer Mouse for Arthritic Hands?

by Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

standard computer mouse can hurt people with arthritis in their hands

It is no secret that using a computer mouse a lot causes hands and wrists to ache. This is especially true in our high tech society. It seems like a computer is required for even the most basic tasks. Because of this Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) are a common problem. But, add the pain of arthritic fingers and wrists and using a mouse can become …

The Best Can Openers for Arthritic Hands

by Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

For an elderly person suffering from arthritis, not much hurts more than trying to open a can of food. The squeezing and twisting action required of this task can be so excruciatingly painful to inflamed, stiff joints. Holding down a narrow button while waiting for the opener to complete its circle can seem like its taking forever when you’re in that amount of pain. Removing …

Foods that Help with Arthritis Inflammation

by Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

bright and colorful fruits and vegetables on a white background

While arthritis can be a painful and difficult disease to live with, your diet can actually improve the severity of your symptoms. There’s no dietary “cure” for arthritis, but eating anti-inflammatory foods can help you manage the pain, swelling, and discomfort that comes with arthritis. Below are some of the best foods that help with arthritis inflammation if you’re willing to try this method, as …

Front Closing Bras for Elderly Women with Arthritis

by Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

woman feeling a front closure bra in a department store

An underrated, but incredibly useful bra feature for elderly women (and women of all ages, really) is a front closure. Whether its a velcro enclosure, a snap, or a hook and eye feature like a typical bra, having it at the front of your bra is wildly easier than trying to maneuver the latch behind your back. This is especially true for older women who …

Best Climates for Arthritis: Time to Start Packing?

by Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

You may not realize it, but the climate you’re currently living in could be seriously affecting, or even increasing, your painful arthritis symptoms. Moving to a milder climate could actually help ease your arthritis symptoms, along with medical treatment, of course. There are many benefits to consider for seniors moving to milder climates, like easier lawn and house care, elevated mood, and generally more recreational …

Best Shoes for Ankle Support: Help for Painful or Weak Ankles

by Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Seniors and elderly people tend to have pain in their ankles, or weak joints in general due to a number of complications like arthritis, neuropathy, and more. However, these conditions don’t have to affect the way you live your everyday life. There are plenty of solutions out there, in addition to medical treatment and monitoring, that can help you live a regular, healthy lifestyle while …

Exercises for Arthritic Wrists to Help Strengthen and Relieve Pain

by Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

closed up of painful wrist in an elderly man from keyboard taping

Arthritic wrists are painful and make everyday activities and movements incredibly difficult. The pain, stiffness, weakness, swelling, and embarrassing noises they make when moving can be very hard to deal with. Simple actions like turning a doorknob can take all of your strength and leave you fatigued. While medication may help with the pain, if you really want to re-strengthen your wrists, you’re going to …