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I’ve found some products that make my life a bit easier. I hope something here helps you, as well.
Get your doctor’s permission on everything first, of course, but some natural products that have helped my pain include: curcumin; fish oil; lavender epsom salt (in hot bath).
More Expensive Products
Hoka shoes have helped my foot pain (better than custom orthotics); and sun protective clothing is invaluable (since I have lupus).
Food and Drink
One big key to improvement of my symptoms has been eating healthier. I drink a healthy smoothie in the mornings (veggies & fruits), with Vitalproteins, to help get me going. I get gluten- free and dairy-free products through Thrive Market.
Not-As-Natural Pain Help
A few other things that help with my arthritis pain are LDN (need prescription); Voltaren and Biofreeze (both over counter).
Exercise
I’ve had to adapt exercise types as my arthritis changes. Years ago it was Zumba and BodyPump (those were the healthier days); then walking on the track (before significant foot pain); then water aerobics (which a pandemic interrupted); and now yoga and Pilates. The important thing is not to give up. Moving is hard when you’re in pain, but it almost always helps.