ARTHRITIS RELIEF WITHOUT MEDICATIONS
There are many ways to help relieve arthritis symptoms without the use of medications. You can try any of the following “natural” treatments to see if they can help manage your symptoms better with less medical intervention.
- Massage therapy can relieve pain and stiffness, especially to relax muscles are working overtime to protect arthritic joints.
- Acupuncture can provide arthritis relief through needle therapy to modify pain signals.
- Tai chi may improve balance, mobility, and strength through a series of slow movements that emphasize harmony and meditation.
- Yoga can help strengthen your core and improve your balance to prevent joint stress and stiffness. Look for modified yoga classes in your area specifically designed for people with arthritis.
- Aquatherapy involves pool exercises. Being submerged in water can have a therapeutic effect, and causes less joint stress. Therapy ranges from general group exercise classes to actural physical therapy sessions in the water.
If you decide to try any of the above, proceed with caution. Start with short, light sessions to see how your body responds, so that you do not risk worsening your symptoms. Do sessions no more than one to two times a week. You can rotate from therapy to therapy from month to month, or as needed depending on your symptoms.
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