It is better to use alternating ice (in a towel) and heat. A hot bath also will help relieve the stiffness, as well as slow movements. If it is a result of repetitive motion, try to avoid that movement for a few days and then find another way to accomplish what you were doing. You will want to reintroduce movement before too long, so you don't lose range of motion in that joint. No.
To relieve joint stiffness at home, place a hot water bag on your stuff joints. Keep it on your stiff joint for a few minutes and take it off. After a while, place it back on again.
If you suffer from joint stiffness you may need to be prescribed with arthritis medication and/or take to the usage of a supportive brace. Exercise is also very beneficial for stiff joints.
To avoid stiffness while gardening, it is better to garden when the humidity is low. Also, use a need pad to cushion your joints. After gardening, ice and elevate the affected area.
Joint stiffness can lead to a sedentary life, which in turn can lead to worse joint stiffness. The best thing for joint stiffness is a diet filled with whole fresh raw fruits and vegetables and plenty of exercise.
For minor joint stiffness, over the counter medication works great. I would suggest Aleve (naproxin) or ibuprofin. Those work the best for me, as they help relieve inflammation. You can also take glucosamine supplements to help strengthen your joints. If you have more severe joint pain with swelling, you should visit your doctor. He may want to put you on a prescription anti-inflammatory or a short-term prednisone pack.
Stiffness after rest
If you are suffering from joint stiffness, it's best to see your doctor to rule out any medical conditions. Some over the counter products for joint stiffness include Aleve and Ibuprofen.
Ankolising spondylitis
Ankylosis.Stiffness in the joints in medical terminology is also often referred to as arthritis, if the stiffness is caused by inflammation from disease, injury, disorder or infection.If the stiffness results in total joint immobility it is called an ankylosed joint.
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First of all pain and stiffness in the joint. if it is not brought under control it may lead to permanent cartilage ligament bone and muscle damage. It may eventualy lead to the deformation of the joint.
Stiffness and or pain in and around joints and joint muscles. A predisposition towards arthritis in the family.