Winter Joint Pain: As the winter season approaches, many people start feeling old injuries and pain. Be it joint pain, muscle stiffness, or discomfort caused by an old wound, the problem of increased pain becomes common in winter. Have you ever wondered why pain increases in winter? Actually, there are many scientific reasons behind this, due to which this problem can become even more serious. Let us know its causes and ways to get relief from this pain.
In cold weather, muscles and joints of the body start contracting, due to which chronic pain starts emerging. Apart from this, blood circulation also slows down due to falling body temperature in winter, due to which the problem of swelling and pain in joints and muscles arises.
Main reasons for increased pain in winter
Muscle contraction due to cold: Due to falling temperature in winter, muscles and joints start contracting. This increases tension in the muscles, due to which the problem of old pain becomes active again.
Slowing of blood circulation: Due to cold, the blood vessels of the body get constricted, which hinders blood circulation. It affects the joints and muscles, causing pain and swelling.
Vitamin D deficiency: There is less sunlight in winter, which can lead to vitamin D deficiency in the body. Deficiency of Vitamin D affects the health of bones and joints, which can cause pain and stiffness.
Mental effect of weather: Due to cold and dark weather, mental condition can also be affected, due to which the feeling of body pain increases even more. In case of mental stress and depression, the pain may become more intense.
Ways to get relief from pain in winter
Hot water compress: Dip a towel in hot water and place it on the affected area to provide relief from muscle stiffness and pain. It also increases blood circulation.
Intake of Vitamin D: To overcome the deficiency of Vitamin D in winter, include Vitamin D rich foods like milk, eggs and fish in your diet. If needed, you can also take supplements after consulting a doctor.
Do light exercise: Doing light exercise and stretching maintains the flexibility of joints and muscles. Especially in winter, practicing yoga and light running early in the morning provides relief.
Take care of proper diet: Eating warm food is beneficial especially in winter. Like, soups, fresh fruits, vegetables and bone strengthening foods like milk, curd and green leafy vegetables.
Reduce stress: To reduce mental stress, take the help of meditation and pranayam. This will not only improve your mental condition but will also reduce physical pain.
Disclaimer: This story is based on media reports. JBT does not confirm this.
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