Arthritis pain can be a daily occurrence. Not only is it painful but it can also change the way you live your life and the things you do. How much happier would you be if you could stop your arthritis pain right now and feel great all day? Knowing more about Arthritis can help bring you the understanding of what's happening and options for some relief.

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"Arthritis" is a common term encompassing over 100 different diseases and conditions. The word arthritis means "joint inflammation". When joints are inflamed, they cause pain and can limit movement of the affected joints. Arthritis pain has a large impact on your everyday life. Arthritis is second only to heart disease as a cause of work disability. It can limit activities such as walking, dressing and bathing for many Americans. Each year, arthritis results in numerous hospitalizations and outpatient visits. Arthritis is not necessarily an old person's disease. Well over half of those suffering with Arthritis are under 65 years of age including thousands of children. Arthritis shows no prejudices it affects people of all ages, racial and ethnic groups. The disease can affect virtually any part of the body.

Many people may worry that arthritis means they won't be able to work or take care of their families. You don't have to just accept the pain of arthritis. While there is not yet a cure for arthritis, much can be done today to reduce pain and boost joint function. Learning how to manage pain over the long term is essential to maintaining a good quality of life. Following these few simple tips can help ease the pain of Arthritis as well as possible slow the progression of the disease.

1. Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight puts additional stress on your joints.
2. Get up and get moving. Going for a walk every day can help. When you walk (a form of exercise) your body produces endorphins that not only help you feel better but enhance your mood as well.
3. Use walking sticks, canes or supports to help protect your joints.
4. Try not to do any heavy lifting; this will add additional stress to your joints also.
5. Give it a push! Don't strain yourself pulling heavy objects, try pushing them instead.
6. Both heat and cold can be used to ease the pain and inflammation of Arthritis.

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