Arthritis is a painful and incurable disease. However, there are more and more treatment options available nowadays. In addition, there are some things that you can try to relieve pain and regain some joint mobility.
Read on to learn more.
Exercise
Physical therapy and mild exercise are your best friends for arthritis. In clinical research, yoga has been found to alleviate arthritic pain and increase mobility. It is possible to lessen the stress on the joints by adopting different stretching exercises.
Nutrition
Eating plant-based foods abundant with anti-inflammatory natural minerals and fiber is your best choice. Strawberry, blueberry, pomegranate, and raspberry juices all can help with various health issues, including arthritis. Pain-relieving substances such as chondroitin, glucosamine, and NEM can be found in natural food supplements.
OTC Medication
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like Ibuprofen and Naproxen, are commonly prescribed by doctors to treat various conditions. All of them reduce inflammation and pain, but the degree of pain alleviation and any adverse effects vary from person to person.
Pain Relief Creams
These creams may contain nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) substances. Indomethacin, ibuprofen, and diclofenac sodium are all anti-inflammatory substances. Note that prescriptions are required for NSAID topicals.
Are You at Risk of Arthritis?
The CDC estimates that one in every four Americans will get arthritis by retirement age. Smoking, working in a profession where one bends and lifts a lot, being overweight, and having joint infections are all risk factors for arthritis. In addition to genetics and age, women are more likely to get arthritis than males.
