Arthritis Foundation Heartland Region National AgrAbility Project Purdue University Arthritis Pain Management Methods of managing arthritis pain impacts of arthritis on the quality of life essential concepts about pain and options for pain management ID: 933683
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Amber D. Wolfe, BS- AgrAbility Project CoordinatorArthritis Foundation, Heartland RegionNational AgrAbility Project- Purdue University
Arthritis Pain Management
Methods of managing arthritis pain, impacts of arthritis on the quality of life, essential concepts about pain, and options for pain management.
Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution
USDA/NIFE Special Project 2012-41590-20173.
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Slide5AgrAbility: USDA-sponsored program that assists farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities.Partners land grant universities with disability services Organizations. Currently 20 state projectsNational AgrAbility Project: Led by Purdue’s Breaking New Ground Resource Center. Partners include:Goodwill
of the Finger Lakes
The Arthritis Foundation, Heartland RegionUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Colorado State University
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Slide6Amber D. Wolfe joined the National AgrAbility Project in 2009 as the AgrAbility project coordinator for the Arthritis Foundation. Amber serves as a national resource for rural arthritis issues, particularly those related to agriculture. She provides training to professionals and consumers via rural arthritis workshops and also assists in developing resources related to rural arthritis.PRESENTER
Slide7Arthritis Pain ManagementWhy Does Arthritis Hurt?
Slide8Symptom historyPhysical examination Blood and urine testsX ray (and other tests if needed) VISITING A HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL: How arthritis is diagnosed
Slide9TIPS FOR TALKING TO YOUR DOCTORBe honest!Tell your doctor how much pain you have.Describe how often it affects your mood and your ability to do things.Share your goals for pain control.Work with your doctor to create a pain management plan and then make changes as needed.
Slide10WARNING SIGNS OF ARTHRITIS:When to visit your health care providerPainSwelling around a jointStiffnessDifficulty moving a joint
Slide11What does “arthritis” mean? Arth + Itis = Inflammation of joints (joint) (inflammation)OsteoarthritisRheumatoid ArthritisOver 100 related forms of arthritis diseases and disabilitiesCOMMON TYPES OF ARTHRITIS
Slide12RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
Slide13OSTEOARTHRITIS
Slide14Inflammation of joint tissuesStress on a damaged joint when it bends and movesFatigue of the bodyNerves sending pain signals to brain Acute Pain- short term, often related to an immediate injuryChronic Pain- long-lasting, recurring WHY ARTHRITIS HURTS…
Slide15Loss of muscle strengthDecrease in mobilityPoor quality of sleepIsolationDepression Overall decrease in quality of life THE PITFALLS OF PAINConsequences of not managing pain effectively!
Slide16Belief that pain is a normal part of getting olderBelief that nothing can be done for painWorry about pain medication and side effectsFear that activity and movement will make arthritis worse WHY SOME PEOPLE DON’T PUT PAIN IN IT’S PLACE…
Slide17The Best Way To Beat Pain?Stop It Before It Starts!
Slide18THINGS YOU CAN DO: Pacing your activitiesSwitch between tasksPlan rest breaksRecognize when you need to restDon’t overdo it
Slide19Avoid activities that stress jointsUse splints, braces, assistive devicesKnow how to use joints safelyPractice good posture THINGS YOU CAN DO: Protect Your Joints
Slide201 pound = 4 pounds of pressure off your kneesCareful diet changesShedding extra weight:Reduces painImproves functionHow to lose weightPhysical activity + healthy diet= best successTHINGS YOU CAN DO:Weight control
Even a
little weightloss can help!
Slide21THINGS YOU CAN DO: Physical activity Moving is medicine!Any activity is better than no activityTo get the greatest health benefits, chose activities thatBuild strength Increase enduranceMaintain flexibilityIt’s never too late to be more active!
Slide22MOVE SAFELY, WISELY, AND OFTENTalk to your doctor about types and amounts of activityBe as active as your fitness and health conditions allowFor greatest benefit, build up to:Aerobic activity 30 minutes, 5 days a weekStrengthening exercises 2 to 3 times a weekStretches and flexibility exercises dailyMoves and exercises to improve balance dailyIf you can do more, then do more!
Slide23THINGS YOU CAN DO: Arthritis Foundation Programs for Better Living
Slide24“DESKERCISE”Finding times to exercise while at work or at home does not have to be difficult. Some easy, seated exercises take less than 2 minutes to complete and can be done at your desk or in your favorite chair.
Slide25Slide26THINGS YOU CAN DO: Ways to improve sleepRegular physical activity will aid in normal sleep patternsAvoid alcohol and caffeine late in the day and eveningSet a sleep schedule- stick to itTake a warm bath before bedAvoid stress and allow your mind to relax before bedBetter Sleep = Less Pain
Slide27Assistive TechnologiesUsing Tools to Help with Tasks to Lessen Pain
Slide28SEARCH THE TOOLBOX!
Slide29WHAT TYPE OF ACTIVITY GIVES YOU PAIN?
Slide30ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF TOOLSDecreased Grip Tools- CanGun1 Spray Can Tool, Tube Grip, Back Saver Grip, Action Life GlovesIncreased Length Tools/Bending Prevention- Leaf Gripper Yard Tongs, Caulk Gun Extender, Long Handled Tools, Snowcaster Wheeled Snow Pusher
Slide31ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF TOOLSSeating Aids- Spine Saver Ergonomic Seat Cushion, Tractor Swivel Seat, Garden Carts and Rocking Stools, etc.Carrying Aids- Motorized Feed Cart, Lift Mates Box Lifting Tools, Wheel Pump Sprayer, Hand Trucks
Slide32What About After The Pain?Pain Relief Options
Slide33DO-IT-YOURSELF PAIN RELIEFWHAT TO TRY:Heat and cold treatmentsDistractionRelaxation techniques/visualizationMassage Aroma TherapyDiet and ExerciseYou can try these methods at home with little-to-no risk and no need for a prescription.
Slide34HeatRelaxes musclesColdReduces swelling, numbsComfortLength of time PAIN RELIEF: Application of heat and cold
Slide35Non-Prescription DrugsAspirin-Free Pain Relievers- acetominphen (Tylenol)NSAID’s- Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatories- ibuprofen (Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve)Topicals- rubs, gels, creams, spraysMuscle RelaxantsSupplementsPAIN RELIEF: From The Store
Slide36PAIN RELIEF:Things your health care provider can doJoint Support/AidsPhysical /Occupational TherapyOver-The-Counter MedsPrescription medicationsJoint InjectionsSurgeryAlternative Therapies- Acupuncture
Slide37Prescription Level Pharmacy MedicinesAnalgesicsPrescription NSAIDSCox 2 inhibitors (Celebrex)CorticosteroidsDisease Modifying Anti Rheumatic Drugs (DMARD’s) (Methotrexate)Biologic Response Modifiers (Biologics) (Enbrel, Humira)FROM YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER:Prescription Medications
Slide38InjectionsNerve BlocksArthroscopySynovectomyJoint Replacement FROM YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER:Surgery
Slide39Glucosamine/Osteo Bi-FlexChondroitin sulfateOmega-3 Fatty Acids/Fish oil (AI)Green tea extract (AI)ADDITIONAL PAIN RELIEF OPTIONS:Supplements and alternative therapies
Slide40Put Pain In It’s Place!Pain Does Not Control You
Slide41PAIN DOES NOT CONTROL YOUPut Pain In It’s Place!Do something that you enjoy every day.Do something every day that improved your health and well-being.Rediscover and use your strengths.Always try to be active and productive when you can, but rest and find relief when you need it.
Slide42Arthritis FoundationInformation and Referral Line(800) 283-7800www.arthritis.orgArthritis Pamphlets- Managing Your Pain, Back Pain, Nutrition, Exercise, Managing Your Activities, Hot/Cold Therapies, Children and Arthritis, More!Arthritis Today MagazineSupport GroupsAmerican Chronic Pain Association(800) 533-3231http://theacpa.org/condition/arthritis Living with Arthritis Pain Chart
Resource Guide to Chronic Pain Medication and Treatment
National Council on Aging(202) 479-6605www.ncoa.orgADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Slide43National AgrAbility Project(800) 825-4264www.agrability.orgArthritis and Agriculture BookletBack Pain BookletGaining Ground on Arthritis DVDSpanish FotonovelaToolbox Online Resourcehttp://www.agrability.org/Toolbox/ AGRABILITY RESOURCES
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Slide45Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institutionUSDA/NIFE Special Project 2012-41590-20173.
Amber
Wolfe
Arthritis Foundation
615 N. Alabama Street, Suite
430
Indianapolis
, IN
46204
1-800-783-2342
awolfe@arthritis.org
www.arthritis-ag.org
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