12 SIMPLE STEPS FOR RELIEVING ARTHRITIC PAINS 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:
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.
10. Eat nutritious foods.
ATTENTION ARTHRITIS PAIN SUFFERERS • Do you have pain when sitting or standing for long periods of time? • Do you have muscle stiffness that limits your mobility? • Do you have pain that prevents you from being more active? 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. Find relief for your arthritic pains today with Rehability!
7. Avoid prolonged kneeling.
8. Maintain proper posture when sitting and standing.
9. Drink plenty of water.
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CLAM SHELLS While lying on your side with your knees bent, draw up the top knee while keeping contact of your feet together. Do not let your pelvis roll back during the lifting movement. Slowly lower leg back down. Repeat 10 times.
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