(Part 3) Best products from r/rheumatoid

that might work for her, but to me it doesn't really look like restful sitting. I like my sturdy stool because I can lean back and rest my full weight, or pull my legs up with me. I really need to rest my spine and core muscles, I feel like if I slumped back in that chair I'd fall backwards. I mean, the model doesn't even look comfortable in that picture.

I would go for something like this https://smile.amazon.com/Modern-Adjustable-Synthetic-Leather-Chairs-Sets/dp/B00GV28VBQ/ref=sr_1_6?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1481742167&sr=1-6&keywords=stool&th=1

I used to use a cheapo folding hairdryer from Walgreens (800W). A few years ago I leveled up to a more powerful hairdryer that is basically the same size and is also foldable. I love it. Conair 1200W compact hairdryer.

I'd just compare the wattage and weight of her current dryer to the ones you are looking at getting for her to be sure you're getting something more powerful while keeping the weight low.

I totally feel this from before I started treatment - it was almost impossible to hold my hair dryer.

I don't have a suggestion exactly, but two things to consider: they have these hair dryer brushes these days (like this) which are great and lightweight, but aren't exactly a typical hairdryer. There are also hair dryer stands, which if she has a hair dryer she already likes, she can stick in in the stand on a vanity/countertop so she doesn't have to hold it up.

I have just been diagnosed with RA, and still waiting for my appointment with the Rhuematologist, next month. I work in IT, and use a keyboard/mouse a lot. for work, I highly recommend getting an ergonomic mouse in addition to an ergonomic Keyboard. I have this one by Anker at home. It is very comfortable, but for more than 4-5 hours it caused my pinky to curl and get really stiff. I have this one from Evoluent at work, and I am able to work through my 9 hour day without too many problems, as long as I am using my ergonomic keyboard, which I use both at home and work. I hope this helps!

edit, to make more sense.

I don't have a response to your question unfortunately, but as a side note I'd recommend you try a "vertical mouse" for your computer usage. In my experience it's a bit more comfortable for the wrist than the typical mouse.

Here's an example one on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FPAVUHC/

I don't seem to have too much of a problem so far, but I've been using a grip strength hand squeezie thingie for idle time exercise. Technical term. Something like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Gripmaster-Pro-Edition/dp/B0042SM5OK

I do find I'm clumsy and often drop things, though...

My wife got this jar opener for me last year, works great if she's having problems gripping.

Another thing that's been awesome is the Bed Buddy, you can warm it up in the microwave, and it's very flexible...works as a cold pack, too.

This applies to paintbrushes and drawing tools as well, I came here to say the same kind of thing! There are these small plastic beads you can buy that will fuse together into any shape you want. I use these to make larger handles for my brushes and tools. So they have grips that are molded to fit the shape of my hand comfortably. They are not as soft as foam, but you can do a layer of foam tape/grip tape over the plastic if you want it to be softer.

Amazon link to the kind of plastic I use: Moldable Plastic Polymorph Plastic 22OZ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077K5Z2Z8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-CC4CbDXJQ9PR

There are lots of tools that can help with opening bottles if you do not already make use of one. Makes a big difference to my partner who has RA. Possibly you could clip it to a belt or something during your working day. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XQZSJG4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500448858&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=Jar+opener&psc=1

Edit I am not sure how well this would work with a pill bottle with safety cap but I'm sure there would be something out there that may work well.

I’m in Canada so I got it at a pharmacy store, but here’s the amazon link:

https://www.amazon.ca/EXTRA-STRENGTH-HEATING-CREAM-BOTTLE/dp/B01CT47LAG/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=a535&qid=1573221384&sr=8-5

It feels like Tylenol being poured all over your back, after the intense heat goes away. Don’t touch your private parts after using this unless you’ve washed your hands first!!

I have terrible reactions to mosquito bites. I buy really strong clothing spray that is probably really toxic, but worth it. Like this and I also buy the ones that are a combo of bug spray and sunscreen.

https://www.amazon.com/Ortho-Ease-Adjustable-Bronze-Offset-Ortho/dp/B007AZ3E2O/ref=sr_1_3_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1480146188&sr=1-3&keywords=orthoease

this type of handle is also good for arthritis, but it is adjustable for either left or right hand.

Implementing an elimination diet

Information on implementing Gail Darlington’s elimination diet can be found in this document (Nutrition and Arthritis, pp.237-244).  To briefly summarize the approach:

• The first stage involves eating the ‘safest’ foods:  trout / salmon / cod, fresh pears, carrots (fresh or frozen), mineral water (tap water will be tested later), and sea salt.
  
• No smoking.
  
• No coffee, tea, etc.
  
• No cheat days.
  
• More foods are slowly introduced to see if they lead to increased symptoms.
  
  If you’re interested in trying out the elimination diet, you may find these resources to be of interest:
  
  
• Details of Gail Darlington’s elimination diet, which I’ve mentioned previously.  That appendix comes from Nutrition and Arthritis by Margaret Rayman and Alison Callaghan.
  
• The newspaper article “Out went pizzas and pasta – and with them, the pain“.
  
• Darlington’s 1998 book Diet and Arthritis.
  
• The book Diet and Immune Function, which Darlington co-wrote.  Here is the preview for the chapter on RA.
  
  However, there’s one aspect of Darlington’s protocol that we haven’t figured out yet: why isn’t it as effective as fasting (not eating)?

Thanks! I wish I had a full sized bathtub to do that. Here’s the link to those insoles.

One of these has helped: https://www.amazon.com/Keeptop-Ergonomic-Multifunctional-Matching-Variety/dp/B07LDBQB73(not necessarily this exact thing, just something similar -- check your local kitchen/bath store and see if it feels like a tool you can wield).