ARTHRITIS: CAUSES AND REMEDIES

Arthritis: What It Is and How to Deal with It

There are 58 million people suffering from arthritis in the USA. Which account 23 percentage of America population. 

Arthritis is a common problem that makes your joints hurt and can slow you down. It's not just one thing but a group of more than 100 different joint issues. In this article

 we'll break down what causes arthritis how you can try to avoid it  and what can be done to help.

What Causes Arthritis?

Arthritis happens for different reasons, depending on the kind you have.

1. Growing Older

 Osteoarthritis the most common type usually shows up as you get older. It's like wear and tear on your joints.

2. Family History

Sometimes, if your family has had arthritis  you might be more likely to get it too.

3. Immune System Mistakes

 Other types like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus happen when your body's defense system goes haywire and starts attacking your joints.

4. Injuries

 If you've ever had a bad injury to a joint like a knee or shoulder it could lead to arthritis later on.

5. Infections 

In rare cases, certain infections like Lyme disease can cause arthritis.

How to Prevent Arthritis

While some things that cause arthritis are out of our control there are steps you can take to lower your chances of getting it:

1. Keep a Healthy Weight

 If you're not too heavy it puts less stress on your joints  especially in your knees hips  and back. This can help you avoid osteoarthritis.

2. Move Your Body 

Regular exercise keeps your joints flexible and strong. Activities like swimming bikingbor yoga are gentle on your joints.

3. Protect Yourself 

When you're doing sports or physical activities, use the right safety gear to avoid injuries that can lead to arthritis.

4. Eat Well

A diet filled with fruits veggies  and whole grains can help your joints stay healthy. Eating fish, which has omega-3 fatty acid can also help because it reduces inflammation.

5. Avoid Smoking and Drinking Too Much

Smoking and too much alcohol can make some types of arthritis more likely. Quitting smoking and drinking less can lower the risk.

How to Deal with Arthritis

If you have arthritis, there are ways to help manage it and feel better.

1. Medicines

Doctors can give you pain relievers and other medicines to ease your symptoms and slow down some kinds of arthritis.

2. Physical Therapy

 A physical therapist can show you exercises to make your joints work better and feel less painful.

3. Small Changes

 Using things like braces or walking aids can take some pressure off your joints. Changing how you do daily tasks can help too.

4. Shots

 Sometimes, you might need shots in your joints to reduce pain and swelling.

5. Surgery

In severe cases if other treatments don't help you might need surgery to fix a damaged joint.

Last few words 

Arthritis can be a pain but there are things you can do to deal with it. Even if you can't change some of the causes a healthy lifestyle exercise and talking to a doctor can make a big difference. If you think you have arthritis or are worried about your joints talking to a healthcare professional is a good first step.