The Impossible Lid: Opening Containers When You Have ArthritisThe Impossible Lid: Opening Containers When You Have Arthritis
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The Impossible Lid: Opening Containers When You Have Arthritis

Arthritis can make opening containers nearly impossible. This advice from occupational therapists with expertise in hand strength can make a difference.
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By Kevin Shelley
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This is part 10 in “Easy Exercises to Combat Arthritis”

In this series, occupational therapist Kevin Shelley focuses on common types of arthritis and simple exercises to improve joint mobility and reduce pain.

Beyond the pain associated with advancing arthritis, the single biggest complaint I hear is the frustration with trying to open jars and bottles with screw-down lids or caps.

“Arthritis can make the twisting motions associated with opening containers quite painful, and many people with arthritis tend to limit the number of things they do with their hands, which contributes to weakness,” occupational therapist Elizabeth Parris told The Epoch Times.