When you have arthritis, car trips of any length can be excruciating. Getting in and out of a car especially can take the joy out of the joyride when complicated by arthritis. Driving can be easier if you try these tips:
1. Use a swivel maneuver. Back yourself into your car and swing your legs into a forward-facing position. Do the reverse to get out. There are swivel seats you can install to make this even easier.
2. Buy a beaded seat cover, which not only makes long drives more comfortable, but also helps you "roll" in and out of your seat.
3. Grab the car's interior handles to balance yourself on the way in or pull yourself when getting out. Install grab handles if your vehicle doesn't have any or has them in the wrong spot.
4. Add running boards to your car or choose vehicles with them so your step in and out of a car is smaller and more manageable.
5. Bag it. One AT reader recommends placing a large trash bag in the car seat. Getting in and out is easier because the bag slides with you.
