Did you know that there are more than a hundred different types of arthritis? Arthritis refers to a group of conditions that causes joint pain and inflammation. The most common type is osteoarthritis, which eats away at the cushioning between the joints, resulting in stiffness, discomfort, and pain.
Although there are medications you can take to reduce pain, there are also some home remedies for arthritis you can try out. Some of these remedies will not only help you to manage pain, but they can also boost your health in other aspects!
Mindfulness Meditation
With mindfulness meditation, practitioners try their best to focus on their feelings in the present moment. This includes the state that your body is in at any given time. We now know that high levels of stress come with a negative impact on the immune system, and this can be especially true for those who experience pain as a result of arthritis.
Mindfulness meditation can help with some of the psychosomatic symptoms you may experience and improve your mood!
Regular Massages
If you are in a position to receive regular massages, this is one good way of reducing arthritis-related pain. Not only does a massage put you in a state of relaxation, but it can also release the tension in your muscles and loosen up joints. The end result is a greater range of motion, less pain, and better grip strength.
Yoga
Yoga is a low-intensity exercise that can help to improve your posture, promote flexibility and allow you to better deal with chronic pain. Taking classes can also be a fun way of socializing, improving your mood, and overall wellbeing!
Water Exercises
Arthritis may have ruled out several intense forms of exercises for you, including running and jogging. This can be a big blow if you led a relatively active lifestyle before your diagnosis. However, there’s no reason why you should have to give up exercising altogether. In fact, it’s beneficial for you to continue working out in any capacity you can.
One type of exercise to try is swimming, water aerobics, or any other type of exercise done in the water. Being in the water takes the pressure off your joints, and water sports can come with many of the same benefits as cardio. When you make the move to a retirement community with amenities such as a heated indoor therapy pool, there’s nothing standing in the way of you having regular sessions!
Your Health Is Our Priority at Discovery Village At Tampa Palms
At Discovery Village At Tampa Palms, our residents’ health & fitness is always our number one priority. To this end, you will find a senior-equipped fitness center and many other amenities onsite. Residents who want it can benefit from personalized instruction, and there is a full schedule of exercise classes available to take part in for everyone. If you find yourself having trouble keeping fit while aging in place, make the move today and find out what we can do for you!
