Arthritis Prevention

The best method to prevent the arthritis is to prevent degenerative changes. This begins with the restriction in the diet. The diet should be high in complex carbohydrates with relatively low in sugar, salt, protein and fats.

It is debatable issue for the long term effect of jogging in arthritis. There are some cases which reveals that jogging, over a period of years when combines with nay inherited weakness of the joints produces arthritis. Knees and lower back are the common site for development of arthritis. The intervertebral discs are most affected by the constant jerks by running or horse riding.

The best among all is swimming and the other one is usage of the machine or device that works out the arms and shoulders. Rowing machines are also good and walking is better than nothing. Whatever one uses, it should be regular basis and if not at least four-five times a week.

As far as the stretching is concerned, it is important to keep up the normal range of the motion of all the joints. However one can go on increasing the range but vigorous stretching is to be avoided. It may feel good for a while, but when there are stresses around the joint the microscopic tearing of ligaments.

There are other lifestyle changes like proper sitting and walking do help people restricting the attacks of arthritis. Suddenly getting stood up from the chair or bending down forward may harm your ligaments and may aggravate your arthritis conditions. There should be perfect posture for standing, sitting, sleeping and walking. Rather than bending forward directly, one should bend their knees and then bend forward instead of directly bowing down.

There are some more precautions to be taken to save ourselves from arthritis. One of the main is exposure to cold and air conditioned atmosphere. Daily massaging over the joints is really beneficial. Give up Vata prakopaka aahar (food aggravating Vata Dosha). This may include various types of grams, pulses, dry and cold food. Cold drinks are to be restricted. Junk food, heavy food and hurry may shoot up the factors that can bring arthritis.

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