Arthritis is a condition that causes joint pain and inflammation. It can affect people of all ages, including children. If you suffer from arthritis, do you know the restrictions you should strictly avoid?
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Arthritis Restrictions You Should Avoid
1. Smoking
The first arthritis restriction is smoking. If you have arthritis and still smoke, stop immediately. The toxins in cigarette smoke put stress on connective tissues, leading to more joint problems. Smoking is also believed to increase arthritis pain.
2. Excess Body Weight
Being overweight or obese is a major restriction for arthritis sufferers. Excess weight can increase complications and cause joint pain.
3. High-Impact and Repetitive Motion Exercises
Another arthritis restriction is engaging in exercises with repetitive and high-impact movements, such as:
- Running
- Jumping
- Tennis
- High-intensity aerobics
- Repeated motions like tennis serves
4. High-Sugar Foods
Reducing sugar intake can be beneficial for everyone, including arthritis patients.
A study involving 217 participants with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) found that consuming sugary soda and sweet desserts worsened their symptoms. So, make sure to include high-sugar foods in your list of arthritis restrictions!
Many other foods should also be avoided, such as salty foods, processed foods, and processed red meat. To get a complete list, consult your doctor.
5. Lack of Movement
Arthritis sufferers can rest and relax, but avoiding movement for too long is not advisable.
For instance, if you’re sitting on the couch for an extended period, try standing up every hour to stretch and move around. This helps prevent stiffness and improves blood circulation.
6. Stress
Stress is an unexpected arthritis restriction. However, be cautious because stress can cause inflammation, which eventually triggers joint pain. This is why arthritis patients are advised to manage stress effectively.
You can practice meditation to alleviate anxiety and depression or perform breathing exercises to reduce tension and improve oxygen flow.
These are some arthritis restrictions that you should avoid. If you have concerns about arthritis or want to consult expert doctors regarding this condition, don’t hesitate to visit Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri.
Our Mandaya Orthopedic & Movement Center is equipped with advanced medical technology and supported by an experienced team of specialist doctors, including Dr. Jecky Chandra, M.Kes, Sp.OT(K), CIPS, AIFO-K, Dr. Paulus Ronald Hibono, Sp.OT(K), and Dr. Mohammad Fachry Lubis, Sp.OT-(K).
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