ASK DOCTOR K by Anthony L. Komaroff, M.D. Mar 18, 2016 Mar 18, 2016 0 ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: Age and arthritis have done a number on my hands. I’d like to continue cooking, eating and dressing independently, but it’s getting harder. Any advice?

I referred her to see a physical and occupational therapist, who told her (and me) about a variety of tools available to help perform everyday activities. Indeed, there are more such tools today ...

Q: I am a 69-year-old woman developing arthritis in my fingers, especially the middle joints. I do various finger bending and straightening exercises, and I rub my hands together vigorously ...

I referred her to see a physical and occupational therapist, who told her (and me) about a variety of tools available to help perform everyday activities. Indeed, there are more such tools today ...

Several of these tools restored my patient’s ability to be independent and her self-confidence. I’m sure they can help you. Write to Dr. Komaroff at AskDoctorK.com or Ask Doctor K, 10 Shattuck ...

According to the Arthritis Foundation, 60 million adults in the nation are affected by arthritis, the nation’s number one cause of disability.

Therapeutic exercises, especially range-of-motion exercises for the thumb and wrist, help keep hand joints working as well as possible. (I've put examples of range-of-motion hand exercises on my ...

Twice-weekly exercise plan can reduce arthritis pain in less than two months By ETHAN ENNALS, HEALTH EDITOR Published: 20:50 EDT, 12 July 2025 | Updated: 21:03 EDT, 12 July 2025 ...

That’s incredibly empowering for people who’ve often been limited by their condition.’ Read more Twice-weekly exercise can reduce arthritis pain in under two months ...