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Pain From Arthritis
ne in five adults in the United
States now reports having doctor-
diagnosed arthritis, according
to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC). For those living with the
chronic pain of this disease, learning how
to manage arthritis is crucial to their health
and happiness.
With that in mind, here are several natu-
ral ways to reduce complications and pain
associated with arthritis:
• Those who are overweight or obese are
diagnosed with an arthritis symptom
more often than those with a lower
body mass index, according to CDC
statistics. Take a load off your joints by
maintaining a healthy weight. Weight
loss has also been linked to less pain
from arthritis, especially in the knees,
which bear the brunt of excess pounds.
• Evidence indicates that both endurance
and resistance exercise can provide sig-
nificant benefits to those with osteoar-
thritis, according to the U.S. Department
of Health and Human Services. However,
arthritis patients should typically avoid
placing too much pressure on joints.
Low-impact exercises such as biking,
swimming and walking are recommend-
ed treatments for arthritis. A doctor or
physical therapist is a good resource for
helping you make a fitness game plan.
• No matter what precautions you take,
pain from your condition is sometimes
inevitable. And when it's severe, it can
be debilitating. Some arthritis medica-
tions mask pain, which may make it
harder to gauge the status of your condi-
tion.
• Stiff joints can be painful. Stretch
regularly to prevent stiffness. Full range
of motion exercises can help you stay
limber and maintain function.
Arthritis actually refers to more than
100 different kinds of musculoskeletal
disorders that affect people of all ages.
If you're one of the millions of Ameri-
cans suffering from arthritis, take natural
steps to prevent and manage the pain
associated with your condition.
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February 2015 • BOOM Magazine 11