Rheumatoid Arthritis and Your Hands
Facts:
- Hands are where many of the very first symptoms appear.
- RA typically affects the wrist and finger joints.
- Pain and inflammation can make use of your hands uncomfortable and difficult.
- Physical deformities can occur if inflammation continues long-term and not controlled well by conventional medication and/or alternative therapies.
What you can do:
- Hand exercises and stretches
- Cold and heat therapy
- See an occupational therapist
- See a chiropractor
- Try osteopathy
- Massage
- Ultrasound
- Cortisone injections using guided imagery
Products to help:
- Arthritis Gloves
- Wrist wraps
- Metatarsal ulnar splints
- Oval 8 ring splints
- Cell phone and tablet accessories- PopSockets, ring grips.
- Computer- Dragon Speech Recognition
- Kitchen tools- wide-handled utensils, Dycem grip
- Office supplies –ergonomic pens
*Note: This is not a full list. See resources below for more information and ideas. None of the links on this page are affiliated for profit in any way.
HELPFUL RESOURCES:
Prevent Arthritis Hand Pain in Your Daily Activities with These 10 OT-Approved Tips
7 Hand Exercises to Ease Arthritis Pain
5 Best Arthritis Gloves on the Market
Exercise Equipment for Hand Arthritis
Hand Exercises for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis Aids for Daily Living
These Products Can Make Everyday Tasks Easier If You Have Limited Hand Strength
Must-Have Kitchen Tools for People with Rheumatoid Arthritis
