How Weather Affects Joint Pain, and Why You Should Visit a Chiropractor This Winter
As the weather gets colder, you might notice that your joint pain, hip pain, back pain, or knee pain is increasing. While some people think it’s an old wives’ tale, cold weather actually does increase joint pain, making it harder for you to work, exercise, and enjoy your hobbies. At Venice Spine & Disc, Dr. Michael Grocholski is an experienced chiropractor in Venice, FL, who can design a personalized joint pain treatment plan for you so that you can enjoy the holidays without pain or discomfort. Here is a look at how weather affects joint pain, and why you should visit our office this winter for joint pain treatment.
How Does Weather Affect Your Joints?
Cold temperatures make your blood vessels and nerves constrict, which can cause joint pain and stiffness. Cold air also thickens your synovial fluid, which is the fluid that lubricates your joints. This can cause more friction and wear and tear between joints, leading to inflammation, pain, and stiffness. Sudden changes in barometric pressure can also increase joint pain by causing your connective tissues to tighten and constrict, making movement more difficult and leading to aches and pains. Many people also limit their physical activity in the winter which can cause joint and muscle stiffness and inflammation.
Reducing Your Risk of Joint Pain in the Winter
Making key diet and lifestyle changes can reduce your risk of joint pain in the winter. Dr. Grocholski recommends that you:
- Stay active and get at least 20 minutes of moderate exercise every day
- Commit to daily stretching to keep your muscles and joints limber
- Dress warmly when you go outside
- Wear proper footwear to reduce stress on knee and ankle joints
- Follow an anti-inflammatory diet and avoid alcohol and tobacco
- Use heat or ice to reduce inflammation and swelling
- Wear compression stockings or gloves to reduce inflammation and swelling
Chiropractic Joint Pain Treatment Options
We offer personalized joint pain treatment options that address the root cause of your joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation. Dr. Grocholski may combine chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, therapeutic exercise, diet and nutrition counseling, posture correction, and diet and nutrition counseling to help you find relief from joint pain so that you can enjoy the holidays.
Get Chiropractic Joint Pain Treatment in Venice, FL
At Venice Spine & Disc, Dr. Grocholski offers personalized options for chiropractic joint pain treatment in Venice, FL. He will work closely with you to evaluate your health and lifestyle, assess your health history and past treatments, and design a plan tailored to your needs. Call us now to schedule an appointment.
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