Osteoarthritis or osteoarthritis, as it is also known, is a degenerative disease that mostly affects the elderly. As a result of the wear and tear process of the joints, it is a very common condition, since, according to a study carried out by the Brazilian Society for the Study of Pain (SBED), about 10 million Brazilians suffer from this pathology. So, check out how to combat the advance of arthrosis.
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Preventing the development of osteoarthritis
Because it is a disease that affects the quality of the body's cartilage, the patient feels pain and difficulty moving in regions such as knees, wrists, spine and hips. However, unlike what many think, it is possible to keep it under control. Check out some tips on treatments that control arthrosis below.
Have a balanced diet
Those who live with arthrosis should avoid processed foods, as they contain a lot of sodium in their compositions, thus generating swelling and increasing the intensity of pain. Therefore, try to include fruits and vegetables such as onions, apples, pineapples and strawberries in your menu, as they have antioxidant action. With this, they help in the stagnation of the disease, in addition to protecting the cells.
Practicing physical exercises regularly
Obesity and a sedentary lifestyle are factors that contribute to the development of arthrosis. Therefore, it is advisable, with professional help, to lose weight to reduce the overload on the joints and, in this way, minimize pain.
Thus, performing stretching and other activities can help in muscle strengthening, as well as in the physical conditioning, seeking to bring mental and physical tranquility, thus correcting any imbalance in the body.
Massage the joint muscles
All those who have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis have very stiff and painful muscles. For this reason, massage can help relax tense muscles affected by cartilage deterioration.
Thus, such an action can offer a decrease in the effects of pain and provide more comfort to the patient. However, it is worth noting that the activity must be accompanied and supervised by a trained and qualified professional.