Reduce joint pain by natural methods

There are many complementary therapies to relieve the symptoms of arthritis. In addition, the medication should be a combination of diet, exercise and sports. That's treatments and pain long finish.

Reduce joint pain by natural methods
Exercise regularly


National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases of America (NIAMS) recommendations, people with arthritis should apply three types of exercise:

- Exercises like dance moves to help maintain normal joint motion, reduce stiffness and increase flexibility.

- Strengthen the weightlifting exercises to help increase muscle strength.

- The aerobic exercise or strength exercises such as cycling to improve cardiovascular health, help control weight, and improve overall function. Weight control is important because the weight will create extra pressure on many joints.
Healthy Diet

Since there are more than 100 types of arthritis, there is no single diet is applicable to everyone. However, patients with arthritis should generally:

     Avoid foods that can interact with medications.
     Use fats and cholesterol moderation.
     Eat plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole grain products.
     Limit sugar and salt.
     Full complement of vitamins and minerals every day, including calcium.

Limit drug abuse

The anti-inflammatory drugs such as naproxen (Aleve) and ibuprofen (Advil) can cause inflammation of the stomach, intestines and affect people with high blood pressure or heart disease. A study by US researchers provide some evidence that ginger and willow bark extract may reduce pain.

Fish oils contain omega-3 fatty acids have been proven to reduce joint pain. However, for effective drug use fish oil for several months. Side effects include stomach pain and bad breath.
Controlling stress

The stress of arthritis may aggravate side effects of the drug, thus, controlling stress is very important for patients with arthritis. When you stress, muscle tension, increased pain, fatigue. Stress leads to depression, can create cycles of stress, pain, fatigue.
Apply hot and cold methods

According to the Mayo Clinic, the heat will help relieve pain, relax, reduce stress and increase blood flow to the muscles. One of the easiest and most efficient hot water bath for 15 minutes or use heat lamps to warm the muscles and joints. If your skin is sensitive to heat or poor circulation should not apply this measure.

Cold is also effective in reducing pain. Use cold packs, soaked in cold water joints and massage paralyzing effect and reduces muscle spasms. Do not use this treatment if poor circulation or numbness