Simple Solutions To Morning Stiffness In Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a joint problem which is caused by inflammation, a condition triggered by adverse immune reaction. One of the most common symptoms of this chronic joint disorder is stiffness, which is especially intense in the morning. People who experience this problem have great difficulty getting up from bed or moving around in the morning. In some cases, the stiffness is at its worst during the first hour of waking up, after which it diminishes gradually.

Needless to say, such a chronic problem is deeply worrying for the affected person as well as family members. However, there is a solution: here are some simple things you can do to keep morning stiffness at bay and wake up refreshed!

How to combat morning stiffness

1. Take a warm bath: The heat from the water will help to temporarily boost blood circulation in and around the joints as well as the muscles. This will freshen you up, combat morning stiffness and help you get ready for your daily activities.

2. Get physical activity: After getting up from bed, try to go out for a walk or light jogging for just 20 minutes. This may sound strange – after all a stiff body needs more rest, right? On the contrary, engaging in light physical activity is the most effective way to counter morning stiffness and have a sparkling start to your day!

3. Have a good breakfast: Another way to tackle joint stiffness is to have a proper breakfast. This will provide your body the energy it needs to overcome the stiffness in the affected joints. Eat plenty of dairy foods like milk, cheese and yogurt along with fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables. Having a nutrient-rich diet is, after all, one of the most important steps in fighting Rheumatoid Arthritis.

4. Take medication on time: This may sound obvious, but sadly many people often forget to take the prescribed medication on time. In many cases, people may even forget to take the pills altogether. This allows the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis to grow worse, especially morning stiffness. The minimum that you must do is to remember to take your medicines on time. For this, you can set up reminders on your phone, or you can ask your family member to remind you.  

By Dr. Shabtab Khalid

Zilaxo Advanced Pain Solution

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