HI Dya,
I too live with arthritis, it is summer here at the moment and so I am much more comfortable and able to do longer stretches when quilting. (well when I get the time to do so)
Also retired but that is an understatement as I am sure that I don't know where I found the time to "go to work" because since leaving it I have been busier than ever :shock:
Stay safe and well