Monday, August 22, 2016

7 Tips for Healthy Joints That Actually Work !!


What if one day you wake up and find your regular active life to come to a sudden halt? Your body finds it difficult to stretch, bend or even twist!!  It’s always better to be safe than sorry. The truth is, if you take care of your joints from the very beginning, they will provide you with health benefits that will last you a lifetime.
A joint consists of a combination of bone, ligament, cartilage and muscle. It is surrounded by a capsule or ‘synovium’ which is responsible for producing synovial fluid that both nourishes and lubricates the joints. But increasing age, injury and various other factors can cause wear and tear to your cartilage, damaging your joints and even leading to arthritis. However, the good news is healthy joints will make your muscles, bones and ligaments strong and stable. Here are some effective tips for your joint health:
Tips for Healthy Joints
  1. Stay Active: It’s time-tested that more you move, the less stiffness you’ll face. Whether you are reading, working or sitting, take breaks from your work and try to be active.
  2. Maintain your Weight: Excess weight puts strain on your hips, knees and back. Research says that every pound you lose takes 4 pounds of pressure off the knees. Hence even a little weight loss can help you immensely.
  3. Do some Stretching: Regular stretching and strength training provide your joints with better support. If you have joint problems, avoid quick repetitive movements.
  4. Check your Posture: Stand, sit up and sleep maintaining proper posture to protect joints. This keeps your spine strong as well as enables correct alignment of bones and joints.
  5. Eat Fish: Fatty fishes like salmon, mackerel are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which help to lower the inflammation as well as keep joints healthy.
  6. Maintain Healthy Bones: Calcium and vitamin D help to keep your bones strong and lowering the risk of Osteoporosis. Dairy products, egg, fish, spinach and other leafy greens are particularly beneficial in providing calcium and vitamin D in your daily diet.
  7. Apply Ice: Use ice to ease out the swelling and pain. If you have a sore joint, apply a pack of ice wrapped in a towel for 5 to 10 minutes. Don’t use ice directly on your skin.

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid

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