5 Tips to Prevent Arthritis

When someone has been diagnosed with arthritis, it means that they are experiencing some type of joint pain in their body. According to the Arthritis Foundation, there are more than 100 different types of arthritis and related conditions, which is currently the leading cause of disability in America.

While arthritis is a disorder that affects mostly women and older people, anyone can receive an arthritis diagnosis. The symptoms can be mild or major, stay for minutes or hours and often gets worse over a period of time. Because arthritis has the potential to be quite debilitating, finding out tips so you can prevent getting an arthritis diagnosis is a great idea.

WHAT ARE THE EARLY SIGNS OF ARTHRITIS?

Some of the more common signs that are associated with arthritis include experiencing dull aching pains, burning sensations, soreness, swelling, tenderness, redness and a decreased range of motion. When someone is experiencing one or more of these signs for eight weeks or more, it could be an early sign of arthritis.

5 TIPS TO PREVENT ARTHRITIS

So is there anything people can do in order to prevent getting arthritis? While there are no guarantees, there are a few healthy habits that are known to reduce one’s risk of being diagnosed with some type of a joint disorder. The following are five helpful tips that can help prevent someone from receiving an arthritis diagnosis.

1. Eating fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids at least once a week helps support healthy joints. Such fatty fish include salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines
2. Keeping one’s weight within 10 pounds of their ideal weight means that there is no excess weight putting pressure on certain areas of the body
3. Exercising at least three times a week keeps the body happy and healthy. According to the American College of Rheumatology, people with arthritis who exercise regularly have less pain, more energy, improved sleep and better day-to-day function
4. Making sure to use proper form when lifting anything heavy, such as bending at your knees instead of your back and waist and keeping the object close to your body
5. Making sure to use proper techniques when sitting for long periods of time

NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?

If you believe you have arthritis and would like to know for sure, making an appointment as soon as possible is recommended. We have a fantastic and caring team of health care professionals who are more than ready and willing to assist you with any health issues you may be currently experiencing, especially if they are related to your joints. Because we completely understand how busy people are nowadays, just let us know what a convenient time for you is so we can help you get an appointment as soon as possible.

The sooner you address any health related issues you are experiencing, the more likely you are going to be successful when it comes to treating any potential health issues.

Looking for arthritis info near the 95133 area? Call Leonard Greenwald, D.P.M. at (408) 827-9483.