Here are five fixes that can help.
Lose Weight
Obesity is one of the most significant contributing factors to arthritis progression.
It also includes moderate mounts of olive oil, dairy, poultry, and eggs.
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The foods and drinks most often reported to worsen arthritis symptoms in the survey were sodas and desserts.
In the end, you may do more damage than good.
Use Anti-Inflammatory Medications
Arthritis is defined as the inflammation of the joints.
Therefore, it makes sense to do whatever you could to reduce the inflammation that will accelerate joint damage.
If your healthcare provider has already prescribed medications to treat chronic joint pain, take them as directed.
As such, avoiding these devices can make your condition worse.
Supportive devices are no longer limited to canes and walkers.
Many people take steps to manage their condition and prevent arthritis from worsening.
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