The Arthritis Foundation Is Your Friend
The Arthritis Foundation is one of the most straightforward and helpful websites on the world wide web. Maybe you or a loved one has already been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, gout, lyme disease, fibromyalgia or any one of the other 100 inflammatory ailments that fall under the “arthritis” banner. According to the Arthritis Foundation, the importance of an early diagnosis cannot be overstated when it comes to pain management and protecting your joints.
The Arthritis Foundation offers many events and programs year-round to help those suffering with arthritis, as well as their friends and family who are right there suffering with them. The “Time to Walk the Walk” event encourages you to be a team captain or just take a walk to fundraise for the cure, making a difference in the lives of almost 46 million people who live with the daily pain of arthritis. The “Life Improvement Series” program is designed to help sufferers with pain management and functionality. The “Joints In Motion” marathon training program and “The Jingle Bell Run/Walk” are two more events that help raise money and connect people with arthritis, to find greater strength in numbers. Each year, the traditional black-tie gala dinners, wine events and themed parties raise more than $8 million for chronic pain research. By getting involved, you can restore a sense of control and improve your morale, while doing what you can.
When your arthritis pain is very severe, it can be difficult to think about exercising. However, any good doctor will tell you that the key to prolonged mobility, minimizing damage and relieving pain is to participate in a regular, low-impact exercise routine. Knowing the motivational power of group exercise, the Arthritis Foundation has created the “Life Improvement Series” programs, designed to give people with arthritis pain high-quality workouts. Whether it’s tai chi or aquatic therapy, you can find an activity that will keep your spirits high and your body stretched.
Arthritis is more than a dull ache for more than 46 million Americans. The emotional weight of a diagnosis can cause all sorts of other symptoms, like sleeplessness, low appetite, depression, anxiety, stress and more. The Arthritis Foundation helps you manage your pain, your treatment options and your life. While there may not be a cure, there is still a number of things you can do to help yourself and others. The more integrated you are, the better you will feel, both mentally and physically!
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