Reply #39: Currently the arthritis is my worst problem

[skygazer]

I have it in my lower back and my left knee as well as my hands. The cold weather combined with the busy season at work is taking its toll. I have a very physical job that involves a lot of lifting - to protect my back, i have to be very careful to lift with my legs but with my knee, I have to essentially lift with ONE leg. It's actually rather comical to watch.

The carpal tunnel in both wrists doesn't help - I often feel like what I'm lifting is going to slip right out of my grasp. Still, I'm grateful that I CAN work, and that I'm able to do most of the things I want to.

:hug: s to you - this is not a contest that anyone wants to win.