Arthritis on the Rise

According to the CDC, arthritis affects nearly 59 million US adults. That is about 1 in 4 adults. This is an increase of about 4 million people or about 8.5% from 10 years ago. Research finds that arthritis susceptibility increases with age, body mass index, physical inactivity, and worsening physical and mental health. Arthritis is highest among adults who are unable to work, disabled or have fair or poor self-rated health. There is no cure for arthritis. It is a condition that tends to progress over time, which is why staying on top of it matters. Recent studies have looked at whether some common arthritis interventions may accelerate the condition's progression. Corticosteroid injections, which are commonly used for pain associated with knee and back osteoarthritis, are one focus of that research. Talk with your doctor about the risks and benefits of any medication you take, including long-term NSAID use, which can affect the stomach, kidneys, and liver.

Lifestyle changes and exercise are a big part of how people manage arthritis over the long run. Working with your doctor, the goal is to slow the condition's progress and minimize joint inflammation.

We have come up with some everyday habits that many people with arthritis find make a real difference in how they feel.

Get Active!

Physical activity helps arthritis pain. Nearly a third of adults with arthritis are physically inactive. Yet a CDC study shows that severe joint pain is more common among adults with arthritis who are physically inactive. One of the most widely studied ways to manage arthritis is exercise and physical therapy. It’s safe when done properly and under the supervision of a physical therapist. Exercise can build up your strength to help you better control and manage your joint or muscle discomfort.

Gentle aerobic exercises, such as walking, swimming, or yoga, can be beneficial for comfort and for building up your muscle strength. Exercise helps deliver oxygen to your joints, brain, and muscles and has the added advantage of making you feel good, too.

Calm Mind Equals Calm Body

Certain psychotherapy techniques may help you ease anxiety, lower emotional distress, and get better sleep, which may help you cope with pain:

• Biofeedback. You can learn to control your body’s responses to pain triggers. In biofeedback, through sensors connected to your body, a machine will show how thoughts and actions can affect your autonomic nervous system. This controls the heart, lungs, stomach, and intestines, as well as the release of stress hormones. Learning how to control breathing and heart rate will allow you to control other physical reactions, such as pain.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In CBT, a psychotherapist helps you identify problematic behaviors, negative thoughts, and feelings. This can increase your awareness of how problematic patterns develop and help you understand the connection between thought patterns and feelings. You are then taught pain-coping skills, such as relaxation techniques, guided imagery, and goal setting, encouraging you to have an active role in managing pain. CBT can increase your ability to cope with pain while acknowledging that there may occasionally be flares beyond your control.

Joint Supplements

Joint supplements have been studied for their role in supporting joint mobility, a healthy inflammatory response, cartilage and joint structure, and the lubricating fluids in the joints. Flexcin combines powerful ingredients like cetyl myristoleate (CM8) with more familiar joint-support ingredients like glucosamine, MSM, bromelain, and collagen. These ingredients have been studied for their role in supporting mobility, a healthy inflammatory response, and cartilage and joint structure. Flexcin Motion Lotion is a topical cream you can rub directly into the areas that feel stiff or achy, for everyday joint comfort right where you need it. At Flexcin we have been making all-natural joint care supplements since the year 2000, and have helped thousands of people take a natural approach to supporting their joint health. We provide US-made supplements with powerful ingredients chosen to support a healthy inflammatory response and cartilage and joint structure. And, we offer it at a no-risk 90-day trial. If you try Flexcin and are unsatisfied with the results after taking it for three months, simply return the empty bottles for a full refund less handling.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual results vary. Consult your healthcare provider before beginning any new supplement.