Arthritis Helpbook A Tested Self-Management Program for Coping with Arthritis and Fibromyalgia

Name: Arthritis Helpbook A Tested Self-Management Program for Coping with Arthritis and Fibromyalgia
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ISBN: 9780738210704

ISBN-10: 0738210706

ISBN-13: 9780738210704

Edition: 2007

Authors: Kate Lorig, James F. Fries, Maureen R. Gecht-Silver, Marian Minor

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- The world's leading guide to arthritis and fibromyalgia--including up-to-date information on all available treatments, medications, and surgeries - Proven techniques to reduce pain and increase dexterity - How to build a calcium-rich diet and maintain a healthy weight - Designing an exercise program to match specific needs

Book details

List price: $7.99
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Da Capo Press, Incorporated
Publication date: 9/5/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 352
Size: 4.25" wide x 6.75" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 0.374
Language: English



A Note to Readers



Understanding Those Aches and Pains



Arthritis: What Is It?



Rheumatoid Arthritis: Inflamed Joints



Osteoarthritis: Worn Cartilage



Osteoporosis: Brittle Bones



Fibromyalgia: Chronic Pain and Fatigue



Your Self-Management Plan



Becoming an Arthritis Self-Manager



Hints, Tips, Gadgets, and Resources



Outsmarting Arthritis



Self-Helpers: 100+ Hints and Aids



Keeping Your Body Healthy



Exercise for Fitness and Better Living



Flexibility Exercises



Strengthening Exercises



Aerobic Activities



Managing a Healthy Weight



Solving Particular Problems



Pain Management



Getting a Good Night's Sleep



Depression, Fatigue, and Other Symptoms



Your Medical Resources



Working with Your Doctor: A Joint Venture



The Drug Scene: Medicines to Reduce Pain and Inflammation



Disease-modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)



Painkillers and Other Approaches to Reduce Pain



What About Surgery?



Making Treatment Decisions


Index