Arthritis can be a very serious disease, which has a number of symptoms, chiefly pain. Arthritis pain can have an impact on many activities in the home, including work, cooking, cleaning, and doing laundry. Since using medication is often not the best choice, part of a successful arthritis treatment plan should involve finding ways of making life easier around the home. Continue reading →

There are over a hundred types of arthritis and they can affect the body in a number of, frequently, very different ways. As a result, the symptoms and the way they interfere with a persons life can vary greatly on a person-to-person and disease-to-disease basis. However, several different symptoms are consistent across almost all types of arthritis. This includes stiffness of the affected joint, swelling, inflammation, fatigue, and general feelings of discomfort, as well as, of course, pain. Pain, which is often the result of other symptoms, is common across all types of arthritis, although the severity can largely depend on the individual. Continue reading →

Lift chairs offer a means of making life easier for those who have trouble standing. These devices are used in the home to make it easier to get into and out of a sitting chair, while also providing the comfort of a regular recliner. Many people use lift chairs that are otherwise not able to safely or easily get into and out of their sitting chair. This includes those who have diseases like arthritis, which affect mobility and can make bending joints very painful. Continue reading →

Among the elderly, arthritis is the most common disease that can affect mobility. There are many different types of arthritis, but a degenerative type of arthritis called osteoarthritis is the most common. While scientists have spent a great deal of time and money researching arthritis and its causes, much of the disease still remains a mystery. For the most part, the exact causes of the disease are not known, however a number of specific risk factors have been found. Obesity is one of the largest factors that increases the risk for degenerative arthritis, but many other things can also play a role. Continue reading →

Having a working understanding of the differences between RA, or Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Osteoarthritis is important, as these are the most common type of elderly arthritis. They share some similarities in regards to symptoms and the effects on the daily life of the senior, however they are two different diseases that affect the body in different manners. Continue reading →

Using a lift recliner is one way that those with arthritis and other health conditions can make it easier to stand. It can be overwhelming to look at all the different models available and, in fact, many manufacturers go out of the way to make these seem overwhelming and make it appear like there are more options available. However, many of the factors that go into selecting a lift recliner revolve around the end user. Continue reading →

Arthritis is a disease that can affect those of all ages, not just the elderly. Even though there are more than a hundred different types of arthritis, many of these are not very common and risk factors like injury and occupation remain some of the leading risk factors of arthritis. However, general health and lifestyle also plays an important role. It is important to understand the risk factors of arthritis, to better prevent the disease. Continue reading →

Arthritis symptoms can vary a great deal, as there are over a hundred different kinds of arthritis, however they often include joint swelling, stiffness, inflammation, and joint pain. Many factors can help influence the effect of these symptoms and how serious they are and, since there is no cure for arthritis, finding a means of reducing these symptoms is a major part of treating arthritis. Continue reading →

Osteoarthritis is a very common type of senior arthritis and is, in fact, the most common type of arthritis among those over the age of fifty-five. Also known as wear and tear arthritis, osteoarthritis is also more common among those who are obese. This type of arthritis can be very painful, resulting in joint swelling, inflammation, and joint pain. Continue reading →

There are many people that use lift recliners, or lift chairs, but they are most often used by the elderly. These devices can make it much easier and safer to stand without assistance and offer a means for safely and independently rising to ones feet. Continue reading →