Treatment plans for arthritis cases are aimed at relieving pain and decreasing the amount of inflammation, stiffness, and overall stress placed on the joint(s). However, there are also some steps you can take on your own to make sure your daily life is as pain-free as possible: 12 Simple Steps For Relieving Ar thritic Pains
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1. Stretch multiple times a day.
2. Alternate between weight bearing and non-weight bearing exercises.
3. Use tools that make it easier on your joints, such as large handled can openers and large grips on kitchen tools.
4. Carry grocery bags on your forearms, instead of straining the joints in your fingers.
5. Have commonly-used items within easy reach to avoid squatting, kneeling, or having to reach high overhead.
6. Get up and move often. Don’t sit for more than 30 minutes without getting up for a break.
7. Avoid prolonged kneeling.
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8. Maintain proper posture when sitting and standing.
9. Drink plenty of water.
10. Eat nutritious foods.
11. Avoid fried foods, sodas, and other items that increase inflammation in your body.
12. Work with your physical therapist to create a treatment plan and update it with a yearly check-up.
If you are living with joint pain, call us today to learn more about our arthritis treatment programs. We recommend a yearly physical therapy check-up to ensure you are performing at your best.
The muscles that surround our joints can be powerful shock absorbers. Ifwe learn theappropriatestretchingandstrengthening exercises, we can turn our muscles into much more efficient shock absorbers for our ailing joints. A stronger and more flexible set of surrounding muscles can reduce the impact and stress on our joints. This can mean less pain, more mobility and better function! Talk to you PT today about being evaluated for the proper set of exercises for YOUR arthritic condition.
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