JOINT PAIN AND HOW TO OVERCOME IT…

As we get older we all suffer from joint pain. It can become quite a problem for many of us. For a number of years, herbalists have sworn by the effectiveness of rose hips for arthritic conditions. Eight out of ten osteoarthritis sufferers experienced less pain and stiffness after they took a wild rose hip preparation rich in compound called GOPO which is available from Superdrug, Amazon, Pharmacies and Health Food Stores.

Rose-hip is not only full of Vitamin C, but it’s also bursting with antioxidants, which are good for reducing inflammation in the body which is often the root cause of joint and arthritic pain. Studies have also shown that Vitamin C may be helpful in managing inflammation in the body.

Hot or cold therapy can help with joint pain as can acupuncture and regular massage. According to the Arthritis Foundation, regular massaging of arthritic joints can help reduce pain and stiffness and improve your range of motion.

Hydrotherapy is one of the oldest types of health treatments today and still occupies a major place in medicine throughout China, Japan and Europe. It is believed to have healing properties. It is particularly effective for reducing muscle pain, improving sleep disorders, increasing your mobility and reducing stiffness. Hydrotherapy UK says the only side effects are with any water-based activity, caution should be exercised to remain safe from drowning. Almost all hydrotherapy is carried out in pools more shallow than the height of the person using it. Hydrotherapy is a type of physical therapy which utilises water to create a therapeutic environment. It is used all around the world and is considered a valuable part of mainstream healthcare.

Another point is to become aware of your body positions. It’s good to avoid being in one position for a long time, or any posture that makes you feel stiff. It can help to avoid activities that need a tight grip or put too much pressure on your fingers. Try using equipment that helps to reduce stress on joints, such as easy-turn taps, a pick-up reacher and raised seats.

Try to maintain a healthy weight, as this helps to reduce stress on weight-bearing joints. It can lessen joint pain, and helps to avoid joint damage.

One activity which can cause significant arthritic pain, especially if the condition affects weight-bearing joints in your hips, knees or ankles, is going up and down the stairs in your home. So, take it easy if you are suffering from pain in your weight-bearing joints.

Turmeric is increasingly being used in formulas for back and arthritic problems. Many people report that turmeric can help, but it’s important to choose a high potency turmeric product. And recent studies have shown that turmeric may also help people with bloating and digestive discomfort.

Tumeric is safe to take long term and Nature’s Best have the High Potency capsules at 10,000 mg. We often see and read about different herbs that can help with pain and arthritis but not all of them come up to scratch. However my twin sister who suffers from severe inflammatory arthritis was in so much pain she felt it was worth a try.

After only 10 days of taking the Nature’s Best High Potency capsules she felt the benefits. Taking a sweater over her head was very painful and uncomfortable and yet she could easily take her sweater off after such a short period of being on Tumeric. She was so impressed that she rang me to tell me to try them.  Although some of my spinal problems are mechanical I do have arthritis in my facet joints.