Posted on November 17, 2008 in Latest News
Winters are the most difficult season to manage especially people suffering from arthritis. According to various research studies 70% of arthritic patients are weather sensitive. Besides that it is observed that people suffering from osteoarthritis especially women are greatly affected due to climate change.
The main reason for worsen arthritis symptoms during winters is that cold temperatures causes muscles, tendons and ligaments around the joints to contract. This contraction of muscles increases the pressure on the joints, worsening your condition. Listed below are few tips to tackle arthritis during winter season:
- In case the outdoor temperature is freezing then it is advisable to stay indoors.
- If you want to go outside then it is important that you dress in layers. Instead of relying on single thermocot it is better to wear extra layer of thermals.
- Before going outdoors it is better to take prescribed pain relief medicines. This will be helpful in controlling your pain and allow free movement.
- It is observed that people tend to inactivity during winters which leads to frequent flare-ups. Hence it is advisable to perform regular exercises and keep yourself mobile.
- It is necessary that you keep your aching joints warm during winters. Hot packs or warm baths are beneficial in keeping your joints warm as well as relieving you from pain.
- For effective results it is advisable to alternate cold and hot packs for 10 minutes. Hot pack will relieve pain whereas cold pack will be helpful in reducing inflammation.
- Keeping yourself active doesn’t means to strain or overdo. It is advisable not to strain yourself and your aching joints by doing strenuous work.
- Be careful while walking on slippery ground so as to avoid injuries. Try to avoid injuries as they take long to heal during winters as well as they hurt a lot.
- It is advisable to take healthy and balanced diet during winters. Make sure that eat lot of fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Make sure that you visit your physician regularly and strictly follow all the instructions and winter care tips for arthritis.
Lastly it is important that you keep yourself well informed about arthritis. The more aware you are about arthritis, the better you will be able to tackle arthritis in winters.
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