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How do you know how much to use your hands when they are arthritic and bones need replacing
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Regular light stress: The general rules are this: if it hurts a little it is ok, if it hurts a lot it is not ok. And use your joints under light stress regularly. The body is kind of smart about preventing further injury. It is certainly ok to premedicate yourself ( under your physician's guidance) prior to doing painful activities.
Answered 12/7/2012
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