People who suffer from joint pain in cold weather should spend more time on physical activity. Valeria Korol, rheumatologist of the Fomina Clinic network, told socialbites.ca.
“Physical activity leads to an increase in the production of synovial fluid in the joints, and for osteoarthritis of the knee and hip joint, regular exercise helps reduce pain and reduce the frequency of flares,” the doctor explained.
The rheumatologist noted that in bad weather, the exercise therapy complex recommended by the attending physician can be performed indoors.
He added that hot baths will help reduce pain and stiffness in joints when the weather changes.
“However, it is contraindicated if the patient’s joints are swollen or there are contraindications due to concomitant diseases,” the King warned.
The rheumatologist noted that gels and ointments containing non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may help with pain in the small joints of the hands and feet, but will not be effective for discomfort in large joints (such as the hips).
“If joint pain is intense when the weather changes, consult your doctor about what medications can be used symptomatically to reduce pain and stiffness in the joints during this period,” Kral said.
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