The joints work continuously throughout the day, even while sitting, working at the computer. When they are healthy, we pay no attention to them. The problem starts when we deal with their pains. These pains can be caused by the pathology of the joint itself or the structures surrounding it, such as tendons, ligaments or bursae. Joint pain is the most common ailment. In most cases, it affects women.
If the pain goes away on its own within a few days, there is no reason to worry. However, if it persists for a long time and is accompanied by swelling, fever, morning stiffness of the joints, then it may be a symptom of a more serious disease. You should see a doctor to diagnose the cause and start treatment.
Causes of joint pain there may be many. The most common cause is overloading the structures in the vicinity of the joints. Overloading can be the result of intense exercise or strenuous exercise.
Pond problems affect a large number of elderly people. They struggle with osteoarthritis. It can be influenced by such factors as obesity, weakening of the muscles surrounding the joint, occupational factors, practicing sports, joint structure disorders. The above factors depend on us, so a proper lifestyle can reduce the risk of ailments. However, there are also factors beyond our control. These are age, our gender (women are at higher risk) and genetic factors.
Rheumatoid arthritis may present as described below, but joint deformities may also occur. Like any disease, it has moments of exacerbation and moments of the so-called. when it is not bothersome to the extent that it prevents everyday existence.
In both mild and severe cases, see your doctor. This will help to avoid total joint disability.
Contacting a doctor is necessary if:
- joint pain wakes you up from sleep and worsens at night
- in the morning there are problems with joint stiffness for about an hour – problems with moving
- joint pain is accompanied by redness, swelling or limitation of its mobility
- we will notice general fatigue, fever, muscle pain, weight loss, loss of appetite, which accompany joint pain
To reduce joint pain, follow these recommendations:
- relieving the joint by limiting its mobility. You can perform appropriate exercises to strengthen the joints, but always under the supervision of a physiotherapist
- painkillers can be taken for a few days on an ad hoc basis until you see a doctor. Oral paracetamol or other anti-inflammatory drugs may be used. Remember not to exceed the recommended doses. If the pain persists, contact your doctor
- ice packs help to reduce the symptoms of arthritis. They should be performed 2 to 3 times a day for about 15 minutes. Ice compresses can be replaced with special cooling gel compresses, which are available in pharmacies