How Do I Fix Joint Pain?

Sore, achy joints can interfere with an active lifestyle and limit your ability to exercise or participate in various other types of activities. Causes of joint pain include chronic illness or acute pain from an injury. However, you can fix joint pain and relieve joint stiffness. Getting rid of pain might entail combining different therapies until you find an effective solution.

Instructions

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  Rest your sore or stiff joints. Resuming normal activity with joint pain can cause further stress and prolong an injury or complicate a chronic condition such as arthritis or bursitis. Stop any activity that puts additional pressure on already painful joints such as running, biking or dancing.

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  Exercise. Easy exercises help improve joint flexibility and mobility. Regularly go for light walks, swim and incorporate Pilates and stretches into your workout to help fix joint pain. Avoid exercises that can strain or injure joints, such as high-impact aerobics or heavy lifting.

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  Treat pain with over-the-counter drugs. Use anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen to relieve joint pain. Use as directed.

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  Apply warmth to sore joints. Get rid of joint stiffness quickly with heat therapy. Sit in a hot bath or relax in a hot tub.

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  Use a cold compress. Place a cold ice pack on painful joints for 10 to 15 minutes to help stop pain and inflammation.

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  Get plenty of fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids found in foods such as tuna, salmon and nuts are a natural anti-inflammatory, and may help reduce joint pain from diseases and illness. Take Omega-3 supplements daily according to the label.