“Research has shown that changes in temperature and barometric pressure increase arthritis pain,” Dr. Christopher Estes, an orthopedic surgeon at Aspire Orthopedic Institute in Portland, Oregon, stated.
How can you deal with the pain? Here are a few tips on managing winter arthritis pain:
1. Exercise indoors
2. Take warm baths
3. Eat Vitamin D rich foods
4. Dress warmly
5. Talk to an orthopedic doctor. They may be able to provide a winter pain prevention plan and relief tips customized for your specific condition
Give us a call, at Home Therapy Solutions, to see how we can help you or your loved one manage arthritis pain through our Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy services. 218-230-2171
Resource: https://www.adventisthealth.org/…/arthritis-on-ice…/
