Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain and fatigue, are difficult for others to understand, so patients with rheumatoid arthritis tend to keep to themselves and not ask for help.

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In conjunction with occupational therapists, physiotherapists educate patients in joint protection strategies, use of assistive devices ... during the acute arthritis. However, every joint ...

There are several different families of assistive devices. Assistive technologies ... for people with chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. There are many tools ...

Assistive devices allow you to do these tasks with less pain. They protect your joints and prevent injuries. “Assistive devices help make daily activities easier and safer,” says Elin Schold ...

Assistive technology is a term for the equipment, systems, and devices that enhance the lives of people with disabling conditions or injuries. This technology can range from writing on a board for ...

This is where Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices come in. Recently tasked with building such a device, [Thornhill!] came up with a great design that houses 160 different ...

What's going on with my skin? I never had this before. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis can develop rheumatoid nodules, and it is a marker, for example, of more aggressive disease. Sometimes ...

Additionally, North Dakota Assistive works with other organizations to try to find grants and other assistance to make devices more affordable. Johnson said talking about safety is important ...

Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MDMedically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD Multiple sclerosis (MS) and rheumatoid arthritis ... and suggest assistive devices that might help you.