- Arthritic pain is the first effect realized by arthritis patients. The pain can make activities of daily living difficult and can often lead to depression.
- Cooking can be difficult."IMG 1899" is Copyrighted by Flickr user: Cameron Nordholm (Cameron Nordholm) under the Creative Commons Attribution license.
Tasks such as bathing, cooking or opening a door can be difficult or impossible. Often, arthritis patients use devices to help them accomplish basic household chores. - Travel can be difficult."takeoff" is Copyrighted by Flickr user: tylerdurden1 (sam garza) under the Creative Commons Attribution license.
When traveling, arthritis patients need to consider whether to bring their assistive devices, whether hotels provide accommodations suitable in case of a flare-up, or whether staying with friends and family is the better option. Other considerations include access to medical care or prescriptions. - Prescriptions are a fact of life."it's going to be one of those kinds of weekends" is Copyrighted by Flickr user: Robert S. Donovan (Robert S. Donovan) under the Creative Commons Attribution license.
Prescription medication for arthritis can be powerful, and care should be taken to ensure there are no drug interactions. With the rising cost of pain medication, the financial aspect is something to consider. - Family is important."with my sister and mom 96" is Copyrighted by Flickr user: emdot (marya) under the Creative Commons Attribution license.
Depression and relationship problems are common for arthritis patients. Communication can also be a hurdle, as those without arthritis may not understand the difficulties patients may face. Communication is key. - There are many websites, books and advocacy services available. Check with groups like the Arthritis Foundation for resources in your area and tools you can use.
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