Guest guest Posted February 12, 2009 Report Share Posted February 12, 2009 Warming up is an excellent idea. I do exercises on my hands and legs every day that I learned with tendonitis and carpel tunnel. My Rheumy always reminds me that if you don't use it you will use it with RA. I know how hard it is to have top stop doing a project because of pain. Many times I loose great ideas because I have to stop and end up forgetting the ideas. Rue .. > > hit two points I want to address. First, we seem to be really good at, getting overuse injuries, pushing, pushing just to get through the day. > My husband says soccer great, Mia Hamm told an interviewer she needs to stretch out about 15 minutes before playing now. " I used to warm up just by tying my shoe laces! " This is important: WE NEED TO WARM UP and condition for any activity, and cool down. > Flexibility and strength are our friends. This year I added balance to my friends list! > Ice packs after over use are also our friends. I forget the notation, but biochemically, the ice changes the muscle fluids to a more soluble liquid, which means it goes away sooner. ICE first, then use the heat. Pop Ice sticks make great small muscle/area cold packs, and they also make tasty treats. > Second, tools on steroids, whether we are talking clippers, knitting/crochet needles or screwdrivers, can all be bulked up to be better handled with rubberband balls and/or tape. I agree, to purchase, some are too pricey for me also, at least now. > Finally , how much Folic Acid do people find they need to keep the mouth sores and guts at bay when taking methotrexate? > Have a great day! God loves you. > Helen > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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