Here's Is Something That May Help You Deal.
Like a chef trying out new ingredients to get just the right flavor in a dish, people with arthritis and related conditions may have to experiment to find the best ways of coping with fatigue, pain and difficult sleeping. Finding a balance and rhythm to your life may be difficult at times, but having a solid plan for coping should help. Here are some tried and true tips:
LISTEN TO YOUR PAIN AND FATIGUE:
They are signals that you need to slow down. Ignoring them may make your condition worse.
(this is so true I had to slow down)
FOLLOW ACTIVITY WITH INACTIVITY:
Rest to prepare for and active day. Set aside time after and active hour to take it easy.
EXERCISE AT YOUR OWN PACE:
After your exercise program according to how you feel each day. You may want to try swimming, yoga, tai chi or walking.
LEARN TO TAKE THE MIDDLE ROAD:
Instead of thinking you can't do the things you love because of your arthritis, find creative ways to do what you used to do.
CHILL OUT:
Try relaxtion and meditation techniques to ease fatigue and muscle tension.
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