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Many people suffer on a daily basis from the pain and inflammation of arthritis. This article will give you some great ideas for dealing with, and reducing your arthritic pain. You should find some relief from the tips presented here. They may not eliminate your discomfort entirely, but they should help you.

Stay away from cigarette smoke; if you are smoker, then you should quit. The nicotine found in high concentrations in cigarettes may deprive your arms, legs, hands and feet of oxygenate blood. This reduced blood flow may also cause joint damage, which can make your arthritis more severe than if you didn't smoke.

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Get a physical therapist's help. If arthritis is negatively impacting your life, physical therapy will help to reduce pain, lessen swelling, and improve your ability to function. This can be done through the implementation of a workout program. Follow the therapist's instructions to get the most benefit out of your plan so you can live a life that isn't limited or controlled by your arthritis symptoms.

Buy some equipment to help you! Anyone suffering from arthritis can still do any job, given the proper tools. Available products include specialized knives, can openers, attachments for zippers and shoe horns, each designed so an arthritis sufferer can do daily tasks without additional help. These tools are worth buying so you live an easier life.

Hopefully, you've learned a valuable tip or two that you can use to fight the discomfort or pain caused by your arthritis. Remember, these are only a few of the many pieces of advice that are out there and if nothing here helps, don't give up your search! Eventually, you'll find something that works for you.