Particularly in older adults, even the most basic tasks can be difficult to perform thanks to the stiffness and pain caused by arthritis. To manage pain from arthritis, medications may have been prescribed for your aging loved one. But if you, or they, are interested in relieving pain naturally, there are some methods to try out.
To effectively relieve arthritis pain, check out some of these simple, natural treatments.
Massage
If arthritis plagues your retirement age loved one, to help relieve the soreness and muscle tension that is frequently accompanied by joint issues, massage therapy can go a long way. With numerous kinds of arthritis, massage therapy has been helpful in many cases. Range of motion can be increased and muscles loosened with weekly massages. You may even consider learning how to massage your loved one’s hands and wrists to be of assistance. Arthritis-related pain can be reduced and motor dexterity increased when, to inflamed areas, gentle pressure is applied for 10 minutes a day.
Turmeric
Many meals can have turmeric incorporated into them. Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties. Better long-term health can be enjoyed by your loved one thanks, in part, to a diet with turmeric added to it.
Fatty Acid Consumption
Not only is brain health encouraged by omega-3 fatty acids, but to reduce stiffness and joint pain, they are essential. Additionally, found in hemp seeds, black currants, and primrose, an arthritis pain-relieving substance referred to as gamma-linolenic acid can be of assistance as well.
Meditation
In some older adults with severe arthritis pain, meditation has proven beneficial. Mindful meditation is a good place to start. More or less, to take the mind off of their pain, they focus completely on the task at hand. For optimal results, every day, your loved one should meditate.
Ice Packs (A Bag of Frozen Vegetables Will Suffice)
Not everyone has ice packs or wants to deal with them. If your loved one has a bag of frozen vegetables in the freezer, this can serve very nicely as an ice pack. The bigger the bag, the better. To relieve inflammation, bigger bags can surround the entire affected joint.
While your loved one enjoys the effects of the ice pack, consider pitching in to help them around the house with basic tasks like cooking, cleaning, minor repairs, etc. They may like their hair brushed or a shoulder massage during their downtime, as well.
Epsom Salt Soak
To relax nerve endings and muscles, the magnesium sulphate found in Epsom salts is a good way to help relieve arthritis symptoms. For instant arthritis relief, fill a tub with warm water and stir in 2 cups of Epsom salt. To help joints move more freely and loosen tendons, the warm water works wonders, as well.
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