With Osteoarthritis, prevention is
preferable to a cure. If we follow this maxim we can alleviate
some of the pain and discomfort through healthy-living
strategies and self-care techniques. Osteoarthritis is a
degenerating disease affecting the cartilage of joints over
the years. Osteoarthritis is generally an age related
condition inconveniencing American men and women who are 40
years old or older. It can be genetic or caused by injury or
trauma.
If Osteoarthritis runs in the family, the
best preventive measure would be to follow a healthy lifestyle
and a regular exercise program. This will help slow the onset
of the disease by strengthening muscles around arthritic
joints. Consult a doctor or work with a physical therapist to
design an exercise program suited to your body weight and
medical condition. Walking is the best exercise, and riding a
stationary exercise bicycle or doing aquatic exercises is also
helpful. Another option is tai chi for strengthening and
relaxation techniques and improving balance. Exercise should
be done in moderation and you should consult a doctor if you
experience excessive pain.
For Osteoarthritis patients, obesity is a
major cause of worry. Along with age, any excess weight puts
added stress on back, hips and knee joints and makes joint
surgery risky. A healthy diet of fruits, vegetables, and whole
grains helps in controlling weight and also in effective
treatment of Osteoarthritis. Another way to prevent further
worsening of Osteoarthritis is appropriate footwear for
walking, exercising, and evening wear that will put less
strain on your weight-bearing joints or back.
Osteoarthritis affects the activities of
everyday life. To cope with increasing demands on the body, we
need to practice relaxation techniques or yoga and meditation
to develop a positive attitude. Even if you cannot prevent
Osteoarthritis, it is a good idea to learn the limits of your
body so that you can modify your lifestyle to avoid
unnecessary pain.
Osteoarthritis
provides detailed information about osteoarthritis,
knee osteoarthritis and more. Osteoarthritis is
affiliated with Gout
Diet.
