Christmas gifts & treats for people with arthritis, fibromyalgia & osteoporosis

Designed to lie across the length of the body, this Faux Fur Long Hot Water Bottle distributes heat evenly. The cover features an elasticated neck at the top for a snug fit and easy refilling. If you’re looking for luxurious comfort on chilly evenings, it doesn’t get better than this.

Faur Fur Long Hot Water Bottle (in Dove or Grey) is £45 from The White Company, www.thewhitecompany.com or tel 020 3758 9222.

Take the weight off

We love Flipstick, a simple way for us to go out without worrying about lack of seating when we need a cheeky five minutes off our feet. Flipstick’s clever design takes the concept of a classic traditional shooting stick, then removes the weight to make it an ultra-portable walking cane.

A variety of models are available, www.flipstick.co.uk or tel 01386 424111.

Free yourself

Whether you’re out and about, or don’t want to move from the sofa, now you can enjoy a warm and nourishing meal at your leisure. Prefer to chill? The Insulated Food Flask keeps cold food super fresh for up to six hours too.

Insulated Food Flask (450mls) is £22.50 (ex p&p) from Elephant Box, visit www.elephantbox.co.uk.

Time to indulge…

Lavender is said to help relieve chronic pain, stress, migraine, insomnia and even high blood pressure. It’s well worth a try… and how better than a nourishing hand and body lotion scented with pure lavender essential oil.

Highland Lavender Hand & Body Lotion (300ml) is £13.95, www.highlandsoaps.com or tel 01397 719186.

Check out our round-up of useful items to take on holiday if you have arthritis or other forms of joint pain.

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