Arthritis is the most common cause of disability in the United States, but living with arthritis doesn’t have to mean sitting on the sidelines. Mayo Clinic Guide to Arthritis is filled with proven, science-based research on arthritis and its related conditions, recommended treatment plans for relieving joint stiffness and pain, and essential self-care tips to help you live a life free from debilitating arthritis symptoms.
Understanding joint pain is key to finding relief. In this book, you'll discover:
How different types of arthritis affect your body
The latest advances in medications, surgery and other treatment options
How exercise and your diet can help you manage the disease
Other problems of the muscles, bones and joints that can lead to joint pain
How certain forms of arthritis can affect children and teens
Important steps to take in caring for your mental health with arthritis
Tips for protecting your joints throughout daily movement
Whether arthritis affects you, your family or someone else in your life, Mayo Clinic Guide to Arthritis will provide you with a better understanding of the condition, symptoms and ways to manage life with arthritis. Most importantly, this book aims to provide you and your family with hope.
