Arthritis is a joint inflammation(opens in a new tab) that affects your range of motion. It manifests as knee pain(opens in a new tab) and joint pain in the body. Sadly, arthritis is an inflammation that has flare-ups. It means pain can be recurring and bother you from time to time.
As a trusted occupational therapy(opens in a new tab) provider in Texas, we help patients with arthritis prevent and manage flare-ups to achieve a more comfortable life. In addition, there are ways that patients can manage and prevent flares themselves. Here are some ways to take note:
- Adhering to medications.
Medications are vital to prevent flare-ups. Follow your preventative regimen. Skipping doses increases the likelihood of recurrence of arthritis. - Apply heating pads.
Interestingly, cold weather is a factor in arthritis flare-ups. When experiencing pain during cold weather, apply heat to the affected joint using a heating pad or a hot shower. - Exercise regularly.
Exercise helps keep your joints moving. However, do not overuse your joints. If you want to learn routines that prevent flare-ups, seek help from a physical therapist(opens in a new tab). - Have therapy.
Physical therapy(opens in a new tab) is one of the best ways to prevent flare-ups. It does not only teach how to prevent, but it also teaches what to do when you are currently inactive physically, for instance, taking a rest is a good preventative technique.
If you think physiotherapy(opens in a new tab) is the best way for you, set a meeting with our consultants(opens in a new tab) at Outcomes Therapy. We will help you achieve a more comfortable life while living with arthritis.
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