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work to your advantage . With the push of a button on a phone app or through voice control , you can turn on lights , switch the thermostat or perform any other tasks programmed around the house . This can help when mobility is compromised .
Focus on kitchen tasks Meal preparation can be a chore when arthritis makes it painful . Rather than eating out all of the time , some tips can help . Utilize frozen fruit or vegetables that already are chopped and prepared to cut down on these tasks . Invest in lightweight cookware and dishes to simplify moving items around . Electric jar openers , kitchen scissors and even vegetable steamers that require less water are additional kitchen tools that can make life with arthritis a little easier .
Move your bedroom
If climbing stairs repeatedly is problematic , move clothing or even your bedroom downstairs to reduce trips up and down .
Additional relocation techniques can include putting a mini fridge in your bedroom or relocating the washer and dryer upstairs to make laundry easier .
Get a rollator
A rollator is a wheeled walker that doubles as a seat . It provides support when walking , but also can be a comfortable place to stop and take a seated break .
Get the right pain relief
Pain relief can make it easier to cope . Strategies include anti-inflammatory medications , physical therapy and massages , stretching and exercising , and even prescription therapies that target the immune system in people with autoimmune arthritis . Work with health professionals to get the right combination of what is needed to alleviate pain and stiffness .
Arthritis affects millions of individuals around the world . By making some changes , people living with the condition can find life a little bit easier .
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