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The Subtle Way Independence Slips Away It starts small.You catch yourself taking the elevator instead of the stairs.You store everything on one level of your home so you don’t have to go up and...

When Everyday Tasks Start Feeling Harder Bending to tie your shoes. Getting up from a chair. Reaching into the cupboard.Arthritis has a way of sneaking into the simplest moments of daily life. Many...

Arthritis Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All You’ve probably heard the word arthritis used to describe just about any kind of joint pain. But “arthritis” isn’t one single condition — it’s an umbrella term...

“Motion Is Lotion” — What It Really Means If you’ve ever worked with a physical therapist, you’ve probably heard the phrase “motion is lotion.” It’s one of our favorites — because it’s true! Your...

No Gym? No Problem. If you live with arthritis, you’ve probably heard it before: “Just keep moving.” But when your joints hurt, that’s easier said than done. The key is knowing how to move—safely,...

Regain Your Independence—One Tool at a Time Living with arthritis can make everyday tasks—like opening a jar, climbing stairs, or standing from a chair—feel more frustrating than they should. But...

Does Cold Weather Really Make Arthritis Worse? If your joints “predict the weather” better than your phone, you’re not imagining it. Many people with arthritis notice more stiffness, soreness, or...

Is That Morning Stiffness Normal—or a Sign of Arthritis? We’ve all felt it: that creaky, stiff feeling when you first get out of bed or after sitting too long. For many adults over 55, a little...

There are a lot of myths about exercise and aging. Let’s bust a few of the most common ones—and share how real Vitality At Home patients proved them wrong. Myth #1: I’m Too Old to Exercise...

Independence is the number one goal we hear from our patients. But independence doesn’t mean doing everything by yourself. It means having the right support systems so you can keep living life on...