Living A Full Life With

Rheumatoid Arthritis

At the age of 32, with three small children to care for, Jasmine Jenkins was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. The pain was unbearable, but Jasmine was determined to remain productive and live as normal a life as possible. A referral to an occupational therapist provided the support she needed on a day-to-day basis, so much so that she decided to train to become a fully qualified occupational therapist herself.

Her personal experience forms the basis of this new book, Living a full life with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Written from the perspective of both practitioner and patient, Jasmine explains step by step the process of diagnosis, treatment and maintenance that can help others to manage this condition positively.

"This book covers such an important aspect of the care of rheumatoid arthritis. It reflects the greater input from both patients and their carers. It is unique in that a highly trained occupational therapist offers her experience both as a patient and as a therapist in what to expect and how to cope with this condition. Patients, their relatives and carers, and therapists in training, will find this account illuminating, sensitive and reassuring. It comes at a most opportune time."

Adam Young FRCP
Consultant Rheumatologist

Unique in its approach, How To Live with Rheumatoid Arthritis aims to enable sufferers to understand more about RA and the various coping strategies that can be undertaken. Specific chapters focus on the medications available, advice on how to reduce the pain that you experience, joint protection techniques, exercise and good posture, relaxation and stress management methods, adapting to changes in your work and leisure routines and suggestions on how to achieve a positive outlook. Additional features include an A-Z of wellbeing and a list of handy resources for sufferers and their families.

Jasmine’s personal story and insight into the physical, psychological and emotional impact of the disease is both practical and inspiring for anyone who is challenged by rheumatoid arthritis.