How to Prevent Arthritis Pain During the Freezing Winter Season?
You’ve probably heard of people who swear that during the winter their arthritis is far worse than it is at any other time of year. It may sound like a tall tale, but this is can actually be true for a lot of individuals who live with arthritis. The often find that their pain and stiffness in their bones and joints is far worse during the winter or that it flares up more often during this season. This is because the cold causes the joints and bones to lock up more dramatically due to the cold climate. Many dancers pile on layers because the body is more flexible the warmer it is, but the cold has the opposite effect on the body. The cold and dreary climate also has the tendency to decrease the mood and heighten depression which can make people more susceptible to pain and discomfort. Although we don’t have any control over the weather, there are some things that you can do to help prevent pain during the winter. 1. Keep your home warm during the night As we have already discussed in th...