May is Arthritis Month
Arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability, affects more than 50 million adults and nearly 300,000 children in the United States. It is a more frequent cause of activity limitation than heart disease, cancer or diabetes. Find out how to alleviate, prevent, and live more comfortably with arthritis pain with these books and DVDs owned by the Mercer County Library System:
Susan Tuttle’s In Home Fitness: Arthritis Chair Exercises for Seniors (DVD)
Physical activity decreases the pain associated with arthritis, while improving muscle function and range of motion. A healthy body needs 30 minutes of moderate, daily exercise and this DVD from Susan Tuttle, the creator of the In Home Fitness Series, is the best way to start. Workout 1 begins with a slow rhythmic warm up to decrease joint stiffness. Next, tone and build as much muscle strength as you can in your upper and lower body using hand weights. A powerful core will help keep you stable so you can move your feet faster. Susan's core exercises accomplish this while having fun. Add a cool down stretch and improve your overall outlook. Workout 2 gives you an option to stand next to your chair while increasing your energy in this warm up. Get your lower body in on the sculpting by standing next to your chair and following Susan's easy paced movements. Then have a seat and continue muscle toning exercises to boost your posture, cinch your waist and increase muscle mass. End your session with a peaceful, relaxing stretch. The amount of weight you use will help you exercise at the right level for your goals. The music will make you forget you are working out. Take control of your life by staying active.
The New Science of Overcoming Arthritis: Prevent or Reverse Your Pain, Discomfort, and Limitations by C. Thomas Vangsness, Jr., M.D.
Battle the growing arthritis epidemic by taking steps now. Arthritis is truly an epidemic: more than 40 million Americans currently have arthritis, it is the leading cause of disability among people age 65 and older, and the overall annual costs to society are figured to be more than $65 billion. While it is present in nearly everyone by age 70, the problem is growing as arthritis more commonly appears in people as young as their 30s. But there is good news-while you cannot cure arthritis, you can stave off or manage it and dramatically improve your life. The New Science of Overcoming Arthritis offers a plan for anyone who wants to prevent or reverse their pain, discomfort, and limitations. It is the first book on arthritis that incorporates the latest research and treatment strategies for a disease that the vast majority of baby boomers will inevitably have to learn to live with. What is more, it provides younger generations with an easy-to-follow game plan for minimizing and even avoiding the more debilitating aspects of arthritis. It answers the most pressing questions, including: Why do we get arthritis? Which arthritis supplements are worthwhile? What are the best arthritis exercise and diet strategies? Which alternative therapies are sensible and safe? What is the latest science about stem cells and future therapies involving our genes and biology? Dr. Vangsness, a seasoned surgeon and team physician for USC Athletics, specializes in sports injuries and is a medical advisor on the cutting edge of arthritis research. He provides practical advice culled from his years working with star collegiate athletes, who are often on the front line in uncovering the best practices for dealing with injuries and the deterioration of the body's joints. While genetics play a large role in determining who will suffer from arthritis, and even how severely, there are strategies for staying active, pain-free, and healthy no matter who you are.
Arthritis RX Exercises to Keep You Active and Pain-Free (DVD)
This exercise system is designed especially for those who suffer from arthritis. Renowned sports medicine specialist Vijay Vad, M.D. created these exercise programs to help reduce pain, enhance mobility, and decrease dependence on medication, regardless of current fitness levels. Includes three levels of workouts based on yoga and Pilates and is led by expert instructor Stephanie Culen.
“These exercises, based on yoga and Pilates, are intended to maintain full range of motion in arthritic joints and, by strengthening muscles, to reduce the pressure on these joints. Designed by sports medicine specialist Vijat Vad, author of a book of the same name, each movement is described here, while a model demonstrates. There are workouts for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, each between 15 and 20 minutes in length. Vad also provides advice on the incorporation into one's life of an anti-inflammatory diet and vitamin supplements that can help reduce pain. These exercises are simple and don't demand any great flexibility; virtually anyone can do them. Highly recommended for people suffering with any type of arthritis.”—Library Journal
The Complete Arthritis Health, Diet Guide & Cookbook: Includes 125 Recipes for Managing Inflammation & Arthritis Pain by Kim Arrey
“To have arthritis means to endure often severe pain and stiffness in one’s joints, making daily routines much more difficult to execute. Through both text and graphics, Arrey explains the differences between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, which produce similar symptoms but which have much different origins and treatment regimens. She outlines current drug and surgical therapies, giving the risks and rewards of each. Since alternative medicine has gained so large a following, Arrey suggests how to evaluate supplements and nonstandard therapies. Diet can play a very critical role in arthritis, both in avoiding foods that may increase inflammation and in controlling weight in order to relieve joints of excess pressure. Recipes for appropriate foods cover many ethnic sources and appeal to both vegetarians and carnivores. Each recipe that Arrey has devised lists nutritional analysis for calories, carbohydrates, fats, and protein content.”—Booklist
Yoga for the Rest of Us: Easy Yoga for Arthritis (DVD)
Join yoga teacher Peggy Cappy as she demonstrates movements to use at home to strengthen muscles and help increase mobility for people who are challenged by arthritis or the stiffness that comes with age or injury. This new special is divided into seven easy-to-use segments that will leave you energized and feeling more flexible:
This gentle yoga routine is perfect for people of all ages and abilities as Peggy's unique approach allows for three modifications for each pose: standing, seated or using a chair for support. Plus, Peggy incorporates meditation into this workout, a technique proven to increase our ability to deal with stress
Physical activity decreases the pain associated with arthritis, while improving muscle function and range of motion. A healthy body needs 30 minutes of moderate, daily exercise and this DVD from Susan Tuttle, the creator of the In Home Fitness Series, is the best way to start. Workout 1 begins with a slow rhythmic warm up to decrease joint stiffness. Next, tone and build as much muscle strength as you can in your upper and lower body using hand weights. A powerful core will help keep you stable so you can move your feet faster. Susan's core exercises accomplish this while having fun. Add a cool down stretch and improve your overall outlook. Workout 2 gives you an option to stand next to your chair while increasing your energy in this warm up. Get your lower body in on the sculpting by standing next to your chair and following Susan's easy paced movements. Then have a seat and continue muscle toning exercises to boost your posture, cinch your waist and increase muscle mass. End your session with a peaceful, relaxing stretch. The amount of weight you use will help you exercise at the right level for your goals. The music will make you forget you are working out. Take control of your life by staying active.
Battle the growing arthritis epidemic by taking steps now. Arthritis is truly an epidemic: more than 40 million Americans currently have arthritis, it is the leading cause of disability among people age 65 and older, and the overall annual costs to society are figured to be more than $65 billion. While it is present in nearly everyone by age 70, the problem is growing as arthritis more commonly appears in people as young as their 30s. But there is good news-while you cannot cure arthritis, you can stave off or manage it and dramatically improve your life. The New Science of Overcoming Arthritis offers a plan for anyone who wants to prevent or reverse their pain, discomfort, and limitations. It is the first book on arthritis that incorporates the latest research and treatment strategies for a disease that the vast majority of baby boomers will inevitably have to learn to live with. What is more, it provides younger generations with an easy-to-follow game plan for minimizing and even avoiding the more debilitating aspects of arthritis. It answers the most pressing questions, including: Why do we get arthritis? Which arthritis supplements are worthwhile? What are the best arthritis exercise and diet strategies? Which alternative therapies are sensible and safe? What is the latest science about stem cells and future therapies involving our genes and biology? Dr. Vangsness, a seasoned surgeon and team physician for USC Athletics, specializes in sports injuries and is a medical advisor on the cutting edge of arthritis research. He provides practical advice culled from his years working with star collegiate athletes, who are often on the front line in uncovering the best practices for dealing with injuries and the deterioration of the body's joints. While genetics play a large role in determining who will suffer from arthritis, and even how severely, there are strategies for staying active, pain-free, and healthy no matter who you are.
This exercise system is designed especially for those who suffer from arthritis. Renowned sports medicine specialist Vijay Vad, M.D. created these exercise programs to help reduce pain, enhance mobility, and decrease dependence on medication, regardless of current fitness levels. Includes three levels of workouts based on yoga and Pilates and is led by expert instructor Stephanie Culen.
“These exercises, based on yoga and Pilates, are intended to maintain full range of motion in arthritic joints and, by strengthening muscles, to reduce the pressure on these joints. Designed by sports medicine specialist Vijat Vad, author of a book of the same name, each movement is described here, while a model demonstrates. There are workouts for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, each between 15 and 20 minutes in length. Vad also provides advice on the incorporation into one's life of an anti-inflammatory diet and vitamin supplements that can help reduce pain. These exercises are simple and don't demand any great flexibility; virtually anyone can do them. Highly recommended for people suffering with any type of arthritis.”—Library Journal
“To have arthritis means to endure often severe pain and stiffness in one’s joints, making daily routines much more difficult to execute. Through both text and graphics, Arrey explains the differences between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, which produce similar symptoms but which have much different origins and treatment regimens. She outlines current drug and surgical therapies, giving the risks and rewards of each. Since alternative medicine has gained so large a following, Arrey suggests how to evaluate supplements and nonstandard therapies. Diet can play a very critical role in arthritis, both in avoiding foods that may increase inflammation and in controlling weight in order to relieve joints of excess pressure. Recipes for appropriate foods cover many ethnic sources and appeal to both vegetarians and carnivores. Each recipe that Arrey has devised lists nutritional analysis for calories, carbohydrates, fats, and protein content.”—Booklist
Yoga for the Rest of Us: Easy Yoga for Arthritis (DVD)
Join yoga teacher Peggy Cappy as she demonstrates movements to use at home to strengthen muscles and help increase mobility for people who are challenged by arthritis or the stiffness that comes with age or injury. This new special is divided into seven easy-to-use segments that will leave you energized and feeling more flexible:
- gentle warm-ups to loosen shoulders, neck and back, legs and feet
- warm-ups for the hands, wrists, and arms
- standing poses
- seated poses
- reclining poses
- deep relaxation techniques
- meditation
This gentle yoga routine is perfect for people of all ages and abilities as Peggy's unique approach allows for three modifications for each pose: standing, seated or using a chair for support. Plus, Peggy incorporates meditation into this workout, a technique proven to increase our ability to deal with stress
Lisa S.
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