Osteoarthritis - 10 Do’s & Don'ts That You Must Know

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Osteoarthritis - 10 Dos Don'ts That You Must
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• Osteoarthritis is certainly a very painful
  condition to live with. No doubt, it affects your
  regular activities but if some dos and donts
  are followed habitually, then you can not only
  lessen that deadly pain but also take on with
  your consistent tasks. Follow these tips to cope
  up this chronic illness and live happily.

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Dos..

• Pay attention to early symptoms and diagnose the
  actual problem behind it.
• Consult the doctor, after having diagnosed with
  osteoarthritis.
• Know all about arthritis and collect all the
  vital information that is important to you. There
  are many paediatric support and braces like CMC
  thumb support, adjustable foot dorsal etc that
  could be used during treatment.

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• Thoroughly understand the treatment plan and
  follow the same as per doctors advice.
• Recognize what triggers the pain and avoid doing
  those pain causing issues.
• Accept lifestyle changes and do only that which
  is good for your health and avoid what
  could harm you.
• Take care of your joints and beware of body
  mechanics. You can use T-Rom Hinged Knee
  Brace and such useful supports to get relief.
  

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• Exercise regularly to overcome the unbearable
  pain. Walking, cycling and swimming are the
  perfect options.
• Take a healthy diet to make your body fit and
  strong. Plan a proper diet plan that includes
  healthy eatables like fruits, veggies, pulses
  etc.
• Live a relaxed and stress-free life. Yoga and
  meditation are the best ways to get refreshed and
  relaxed.

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Donts..

• Dont give up, just take it as the ups and downs
  that come in your life. Look for the solutions
  and dont sit still with the worries.
• Dont live a stressed life, rather be lively and
  overcome the pain that troubles you.
• Dont overlook any kind of pain, just consult
  the doctor and take the right treatment.

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• Dont overtreat without doctors prescription, it
  could be harmful to your health.
• Dont depend completely on medication, include
  exercise as well in your daily routine.
• Dont eat more else it could increase your weight
  which could be more painful to you.
• Dont follow the wrong posture while sitting,
  standing or sleeping.

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• Dont do excessive exercise, rest is equally very
  important. You can wear T-Rom hinged knee brace
  while exercising to reduce the pain.
• Dont do too much rest, else your muscles will
  get weak and it could worsen the pain.
• Dont smoke as it raises the blood toxin levels
  that leads to loss of cartilage.

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