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ALTHOUGH it takes many forms, arthritis is basically an inflammation around the joints. The symptoms are pain and loss of movement, followed by swelling and a change in the shape of the joint. Most forms of arthritis are chronic, meaning they can last a lifetime, and people often feel a sense of shock, disbelief or helplessness when they are diagnosed with disease. Arthritis bring both physical and psychological effects. The pain and limited movement can make ordinary daily tasks nearly impossible. Psychologically, the daily pain can lead to increased stress and fatigue. This pain, stress and fatigue can lead to anger and depression. There are also strains on the interrelationships between the persons with arthritis and family or friends.
There are many forms of arthritis occur in both men and women, some of the most common and damaging attack women more often than men. A few of the more common forms of arthritis affecting women include: osteoarthritis: causes the breakdown of joint cartilage which leads of joint pain and stiffness. Fibromyalgia; complex disorder characterised by widespread pain and decreased pain threshold. Systemic lupus erythematosus: autoimmune disease, can cause damage to the skin, kidneys, blood vessels, nervous system, heart and other internal organs. Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis: can cause inflammation of the joints and in some cases affect a child's internal organs. Rheumatoid arthritis: autoimmune disease, the immune system, that normally protests the body from disease, turns against healthy part of the body, especially the joints.
Exercises are important in most types of arthritis. They
may be the most important part of a treatment programme for many persons. Exercise accomplish two important goals: a) The muscle around joints affected by arthritis strengthen over a period of time: and b) Exercise keep the joints mobile and muscle stronger so activity and daily functions can be continued.
Although exercise is likely to help the arthritic patient in increasing mobility as well as in improving general health, it should never be thought that excessive exercise will overcome the problem. For any exercise programme, an extensive warm-up should be incorporated. For an aerobic programme. whether walking, jogging. bicycling, etc., just start the activity slowly to warm-up. A weight training programme should start with some form of aerobics to warm-up, and then include a light warm-up set as a prelude to each exercise. Stretching should always follow a warm-up session; it should not be done from cold start; however, warm water stretching is pretty safe. A warm swimming pool is a particularly good place to both stretch and exercise.
Sometimes the exercise effect can be assisted by pain-relieving heat or cold therapy. With the use of heat, stiff joints and muscles loosen. Using heat in combination with exercise allows easier movement of the joints and helps reduce the pain, swelling and stiffness during a workout. The use of moist heat twice daily — such as a shower bathtub, warm towels or pool may greatly improve the pain. When the pain is gone, then the heat can be used only when needed rather than twice daily. Ice is often most helpful when arthritis is acute or severe. Ice bag can be used on the joints but one should avoid
putting ice directly on skin.
Weight control is an important concern for people with arthritis. Experts in diet recommend some basic guidelines for a balanced and healthy diet: (1) eat a variety of foods (2) maintain ideal weight (3) use fat and cholesterol in moderation (4) use sugar in moderation (5) eat plenty of vegetables, fruits and grain products (6) use salt and sodium in moderation.
Researchers now think that diet may serve as a risk factor . by increasing the chances for developing certain kinds of arthritis. Diet may change the way the immune system reacts in certain kinds of arthritis that involve inflammation. It has been theorised that lemons should be avoided by arthritis sufferers. Avoid high-purine foods (beans, lentils, gravy, liver, lobster, oatmeal, poultry, spinach, etc), specially during a flare-up. Eat a diet rich in calcium (800-1000 mg per day), you need vitamin D to absorb it. Dairy products, leafy green vegetables. nuts and seeds and dried fruits are all good sources of calcium.
It is very important that people with arthritis feel in control of their conditions rather than feel controlled by their condition. They should learn as much as possible about arthritis and find new ways to cope with physical limitations. They should use open, honest communication in personal relationships and share frustrations and successes with family and friends and above all set realistic, flexible goals for achievements in life.
A disease which can be fought with the help of a physician, and specific measures for one's own situation and type of arthritis. Take rest when the arthritis is severe but don't allow yourself to avoid exercises for too long. Don't give in!