Originally Posted by DoxieMom
What do you do for sore, tired, and achy hands? I really depend on my Homedics paraffin bath--the heat is soothing and penetrating and the paraffin helps moisturize my hands and nails. (Warning: people with diabetes or nerve damage should check with their doctor before using one.) I'm interested to know what other quilters do to keep their hands mobile and pain free.
I received one of these for Christmas about six years ago from my DD. It's so good!! I have arthritis in both hands and this keeps the pain to a minimum in the winter and at Christmas when there is so much sewing and quilting to do.
I also try to keep my hands warm all the time. When I go outside (even here in FL.) if it's cold I wear warm gloves. Other than that I take acetaminophen for the pain. It works quickly and lasts a long time. Flexing the fingers frequently helps too.
8-)