The arthritis helpbook : a tested self-management program for coping with arthritis and fibromyalgia / Kate Lorig, James F. Fries ; contributors, Maureen R. Gecht ... [et al.].
Publication details: Cambridge, Mass. : Perseus books, c2000.Edition: 5th editionDescription: xiii, 367 p. : ill. ; 24 cmISBN:- 9780738202242
- 073820224X
- WE 344 L872a 2000 L872a 2000
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Book Open Access | Health Sciences Library | WE 344 L872a 2000 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | MBAL22010688 |
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents;
PART ONE: UNDERSTANDING THOSE ACHES AND PAINS
1. Arthritis: What is it?
2. Rheumatoid arthritis: Inflamed joints
3. Osteoarthritis: Worn cartilage
4. Osteoporosis: Brittle bones
5. Fibromyalgia: Chronic pain and fatigue
6. Other nagging pains
PART TWO: YOUR SELF - MANAGEMENT PLAN
7. Becoming an arthritis self-manager
PART THREE: HINTS, TIPS, AND GADGETS
8. Outsmarting arthritis
9. Self-helpers: 100+ hints and aids
PART FOUR: KEEPING YOUR BODY HEALTHY
10. Exercise for fitness and better living
11. Flexibility exercises
12. Strengthening exercises
13. Aerobic activities
14. Healthy eating
PART FIVE: SOLVING PARTICULAR PROBLEMS
15. Pain management
16. Getting a good night's sleep
17. Depression, fatigue, and other symptoms
18. Feelings and communication
PART SIX: YOUR MEDICAL RESOURCES
19. Working with your doctor: A joint venture
20. The drug scene: Medicines to reduce pain and inflammation
21. Disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
22. Painkillers and other approaches to reduce pain
23. What about surgery?
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