Joint pain can be a debilitating condition, but it doesn’t have to keep you from living an active
lifestyle. This guide will show you how to manage your joint pain and get back on track with your
regular activities.
Stay active: Physical activity is one of the best ways to help maintain a healthy body and
reduce joint pain, but it’s also an important factor in treating joint disorders.
Don’t sit for long periods of time at work or home: If possible, try breaking up tasks
throughout the day by standing up or walking around while working on them instead of
sitting down all day long.
You should also consider taking breaks from sitting when
possible—even just 15 minutes every hour will go a long way toward relieving tension in your
muscles and joints!
Try yoga poses that stretch out tight muscles throughout different parts of your body (for
example: downward dog). These types of stretches are especially helpful if they target
specific areas where there may be extra pressure buildup due to repetitive movements such
as typing on computer keyboards or driving cars with manual transmissions (which require
shifting gears).
Avoid strenuous activities: Avoid strenuous activities that require a lot of physical exertion.
This can include activities like heavy lifting, sitting in awkward positions etc. If you have a bad
joint or have recently injured yourself, avoid any activity that puts stress on the affected area
for at least two weeks before trying it again.
Eat well: A balanced diet doesn’t really cost much and it can save a lot of pain for you. Learn
about healthy eating habits and useful tips to ensure you have the right diet
Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables and fish, especially oily fish such as salmon or
sardines. Avoid processed foods (e.g., fast food) because they can cause inflammation in
your joints, which can lead to pain and stiffness.
Wear comfortable shoes: Buy shoes that fit properly, and make sure they have good arch
support. Make sure your foot moves naturally in the shoe. If you feel like your toes are being
pinched or squeezed together when walking around, try a different pair of shoes until you
find one that feels right for you.
Use a shower chair for bathing purposes, but be sure that it fits securely into the tub so it
doesn’t tip over while in use and cause injury to yourself or others around you. You can also
use raised toilet seats (also known as “high-tech” toilets) which raise up off the ground while
they’re being used, making them easier on your knees when standing up after sitting down.*
Use assistive devices like canes and wheelchairs if need be.
Simple changes can make a big difference. Limit your caffeine intake. Caffeine is a diuretic,
which means it can cause water loss and therefore dehydration ).
Dehydration can lead to joint pain and inflammation, so if you’re experiencing joint pain in
one joint or several joints at once, try limiting or cutting back on your caffeine intake until
the symptoms subside.
Get more sleep. Sleep is an important part of health that shouldn’t be overlooked when
trying to treat chronic pain! Sleep helps repair muscles after exercise and reduces stress
levels by lowering cortisol levels (the stress hormone).
It’s important to be able to recognize the early signs and symptoms of joint pain, so you can make an
effective treatment plan. The tips given here should help in this regard. If your joints are feeling stiff
or tender, it is likely that something isn’t right with them. Still unsure, schedule a meeting with an expert