6 Hobbies To Keep You Moving through Arthritis Pain

Having arthritis doesn’t have to mean putting an end to the daily activities you love. It’s never too late to start a new hobby to keep your body and mind active—even when under stress from the condition. Below is a list of activities or hobbies from UKS Mobility that arthritis sufferers can do with little to no strain on the joints; they can be easily modified if pain flares.

Prev Next Slide 1 of 7

Knitting/Crocheting

Slide 1
Both knitting and crocheting can improve dexterity and keep your fingers limber, all while reducing stress and improving focus. To ensure that this task does not cause flare-ups in your hands and wrists, make sure to stretch beforehand (even soaking your hands in warm water or a heating pad may help), use ergonomic needles and hooks that cause less stress, use a softer wool fabric, and take regular breaks when you begin to feel tired.

By Steven Aliano

You May Also Like...

This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information.

Remedy Health Media, LLC does not, by publication of the advertisements contained herein, express endorsement or verify the accuracy and effectiveness of the products and claims contained therein. Remedy Health Media, LLC disclaims any liability for damages resulting from the use of any product advertised herein and suggests that readers fully investigate the products and claims prior to purchasing. The views of the authors are not necessarily those of Remedy Health Media, LLC.

Practical Pain Management is sent without charge 6 times per year to pain management clinicians in the US.

Use of this website is conditional upon your acceptance of our user agreement.