Here are some steps you can take to reduce your chances of getting osteoarthritis:
- Lose weight to lessen the stress placed on your joints. Examples of joints include the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, and ankles.
- Rest. Do not participate in activities that require you to repeatedly move your joints.
- Stretch every day to strengthen the muscle around your joints.
- Apply heat packs and cold packs.
- Participate in aerobic exercises.
- Get a massage.
- Get physical therapy.
- Get acupuncture.
- Protect your joints with braces, splints, or knee taping.
- Take dietary & herbal supplements
Herbal & Dietary Supplements are designed to improve bone health.
Examples of herbal & dietary supplements include:
- Glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate (Ex: Move Free Advanced)
- Calcium
- Sam-e
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- Antioxidants (Vitamins C , E)
- Methylsulfonylmethane
- Ginger
- Boswellia
- Willow Bark
- Turmeric
- Devil’s Claw
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