Skip to main content
Pocketful of Tips
Back to all tips
From the research

Let your bigger joints do the carrying

Shared by Pocketful editors

Published 29 September 2026

Large joints are stronger than small ones, so use them wherever you can. A bag with a strap across your body is easier on your joints than carrying the weight in your hand.

Source

Title
Joint protection for people with hand arthritis (opens in a new tab)
Published in
Mayo Clinic

Tips shared here are personal experiences, not medical advice. Always talk to your doctor before changing your care. Read the full disclaimer

More tips like this

  • Rubber gloves for dishes and cleaning

    Wear rubber or vinyl gloves for dishes, laundry and bathroom cleaning, with a thin cotton liner underneath so they're comfortable for longer. Alternatively, try a fragrance-free…

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

  • Toaster bags if you share a toaster

    Use reusable toaster bags to toast gluten-free bread in a shared toaster without it touching the crumbs. They work just as well in the office kitchen as at home.

    Personal experience, not medical advice.

  • A thin cotton base layer under work clothes

    Wear a thin long-sleeved cotton or bamboo layer under a uniform or dry-clean-only clothes. It keeps creams off your good clothes and stops rough fabric rubbing on plaques.

    Personal experience, not medical advice.