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5. Cooking
Spending more time in the kitchen can be a big boost for your mind and body, and with the right tools, a pain-free activity. The first step is to either replace your existing utensils with more ergonomic designs, or else buy some spongy rubber covers to fit over the handles – this will save your finger and wrist joints.
If you want to get really serious, invest in a few super helpful tools: a stand mixer, food processor and mandolin slicer will take the work out of chopping and mixing. Make your kitchen your studio, trying different recipes each week and branching out with new techniques when time allows. The best part is, as you get more proficient and creative, your whole household can enjoy the fruits of your labor.
It may seem suspiciously low-tech, but breathing exercises for arthritis pain is a legitimate therapy — and one that’s growing in popularity.
