When the temperature drops, the blood circulation, internal organ activity, and hormone regulation in the human body will be relatively affected, resulting in the excessive accumulation of some metabolites. In particular, patients with some joint diseases may have abnormal bone metabolism and hyperplasia or abnormal spasm of the surrounding soft tissues, resulting in dull pain in the joints. And in winter, many people do not take care of all aspects of their lives, which can lead to aggravated joint pain. So, what should be done to effectively protect the health of your joints in winter?
(1) Common causes of joint pain
1. Chronic strain or bone hyperplasia.
2. The winter is cold and the temperature is low.
3. Excess weight.
4. Degeneration of old age.
5. Other diseases.
(2) Clinical manifestations of arthralgia
1.Red:In the acute stage, symptoms such as increased skin temperature and joint redness appear.
2.Swelling:Swelling is a common manifestation of joint inflammation, and fluid accumulation can also occur.
3.Hot:Inflammation causes the joints to heat up and even become hot.
4.It hurts:It is the most predominant manifestation of arthritis, and different parts of the body mean different damage.
5.Dysfunction:It is limited flexion and extension of the joint, or even deformity.
(3) How to prevent joint pain
1. Pay attention to moisture and coldIn winter, the weather is relatively cold, keep the indoor temperature moderate, avoid outdoor work when the temperature is particularly cold, and do not live and work in a humid place, otherwise the symptoms of joint swelling and pain will become more serious.
2. Pay attention to keeping warmKeeping warm is very important for people with arthritis, and warm clothing should be prepared during the cold winter months. For example, you can wear knee braces to keep your knees warm, and you can wear gloves to keep your hands warm if you have symptoms.
3. Reduce the amount of activityPatients with arthritis should not lift heavy objects or do heavy physical work, and patients with heavy weight should **. You should pay more attention to rest and develop the habit of combining work and rest.
4. Suitable exercise:When the joint symptoms are relatively mild, you can do some aerobic exercises to exercise the body, such as: swimming, radio exercises, cycling, etc. When the symptoms are relatively severe, you can do some exercises in bed, such as: supine pedaling, push-ups, etc. However, it is important not to exercise vigorously to avoid damage to the joints and cause the condition to become more and more serious. Weight-free exercise is important.
5. Reasonable diet:Patients should reduce the intake of raw and cold foods in winter to avoid irritation of the stomach and intestines, resulting in abdominal pain, diarrhea and other uncomfortable symptoms. You can eat more high-nutrient and non-stimulating foods in moderation, such as: vegetables, lean meat, beans, eggs, fruits, milk, etc.
At the end, I hope you will pay more attention to your health and keep your mood happy, and the Department of Orthopedics of Guang'anmen Hospital will escort your orthopedic diseases.