What you can do
| 1. | Be actively involved in your treatment You can help yourself and improve your quality of life. The Arthritis Society has developed education programs and its Arthritis Self-Management Program (ASMP) to provide support and solutions for taking a more active role in the management of osteoarthritis. |
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| 2. | Protect your joints If you are in pain, avoid intensive manual activities and repetitive movements. Avoid proximal lateral pinch and instead, use the distal lateral pinch (see illustrations). Use both hands, and avoid carrying heavy objects.
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| 3. | Other therapeutic alternatives Both glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate occur naturally in the body and may be involved in the repair and maintenance of normal cartilage. In-depth studies investigating the benefits of glucosamine and chondroitin in the treatment or prevention of osteoarthritis are currently under way. |
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Note :
Always consult your doctor before changing your diet or your level of physical activity.
