Safeguard Your Movement for Years to Come HEALTHY JOINTS MATTER
Our knees, wrists, elbows, shoulders, and hips are integral parts of our bodies — all joints connecting our bones. After years of pressure plus wear and tear on our joints, they risk wearing down and developing conditions such as osteoarthritis, a common degenerative joint disease seen in older adults. However, aging isn’t the only thing that can adversely affect our joints. Sometimes, overuse of a particular joint can cause pain, discomfort, and eventually limited mobility. Here are four tips to incorporate into your daily routine to keep your joints healthy, lubricated, and mobile. SIT UP STRAIGHT. Did you know your posture plays a significant role in the health of your joints, even your knees? Standing and sitting up straight helps reduce unnecessary pressure on any part of your body and protects your back, hips, knees, shoulders, and neck. It also helps to prevent injury to the surrounding muscles. MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT. If you allow your body to become overweight, you inevitably slow down and move less. The extra weight also places more strain and pressure on your joints, mainly your knees, ankles, and hips, increasing your risk
of joint damage and complications. GET MOVING. Staying active and
building strong muscles and bones provides the stability and support your joints need to
thrive. Dynamic stretching and low-impact exercises strengthen your joints and keep them in optimal shape. Remember, the more you move, the easier it becomes. PRACTICE SAFETY FIRST. When performing activities that may place more demand on your joints, rely on padding and protection. For example, wear knee and wrist pads if you go roller skating or ice skating! If your wrist is sore or injured, a brace will protect it and provide the support it needs to heal. Even if you’re gardening outside and kneeling often, be sure to kneel on a soft pad or area to safeguard your knees. Protection is always key! Maintaining a safe and active lifestyle is the key to keeping your joints healthy for years to come. Take care of your joints now so they can care for you — no matter your age!
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