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As winter has arrived, and with temperatures dropping every day, it is becoming more difficult for people to manage bone and joint pain. Winter joint pain is caused by an increase in inflammation in one or more joints. It is also because there is less blood supply to the peripheral regions of the body, which causes one’s joints to stiffen, causing pain in the joints and bones.
Joint pains are especially common in the winter, making life difficult for arthritis patients in particular. Failure to address them effectively may have a negative impact on your daily productivity and overall well-being. Here are some things you can do to avoid joint pain.
Joint pains are common in the winter because cold weather reduces blood circulation to the fingers and toes, exacerbating joint pains. Muscles also tighten at lower temperatures, causing stiffness and pain. Furthermore, people tend to stay indoors during the winter, which limits their exposure to sunlight and may result in Vitamin D deficiency.
Here are a few tips to deal with bone and joint pain in winters:
. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and reduce inflammation and further reduce the friction between joint surfaces
. Keep yourself warm in winter clothing, home heating and other necessities
Regular exercise will help keep your joints supple and maintain flexibility. It could also help with lubrication of the joints and improve blood flow
. Enough exposure to the sun (Vitamin D) will help in building and improving the bones
. A balanced diet with a rich amount of Vitamin D, and Vitamin C, Omega 3 fatty acids, ginger, soya bean, fatty fish, green vegetables, nuts and seeds, plenty of water, and other collagen supplements will be helpful in joint and bone care during winter season
. Regular movements in the body will promote flexibility in your joints
People who are overweight have more chances of getting arthritis. One should maintain his/her weight in order to keep their knees healthy.
Source:IANS
