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Stay Active To Keep Joints Flexible

Stay Active To Keep Joints Flexible

How can you increase joint flexibility as you age?

As people age, many of them may decide that they’d rather live independently instead of in a nursing home. This is not just about paying the bills. It is also a matter of being able to perform simple, everyday tasks: shopping for groceries, cooking, bathing, fastening the buttons on a shirt and so on. These are all things that are easy to take for granted, but when osteoarthritis begins to set in, they can grow increasingly difficult.

The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases estimated that 27 million people in the U.S., ages 25 and older, are living with osteoarthritis. This disease is the result of years of mechanical wear and tear on the joints, and if not treated properly, it can significantly hurt people’s abilities to live independently.

There are several ways to help delay the onset and progression of osteoarthritis. A well-balanced diet that includes omega-3 supplements is one. Regular exercise is another.

Be active to stay active

Considering that osteoarthritis causes joint pain, exercise may seem counterintuitive. If your body hurts, why would you want to keep moving? Osteoarthritis is a progressive disease, and staying physically active can delay this process to keep joints functional.

Experts from the Mayo Clinic list several benefits that exercise can have for osteoarthritis patients. It keeps the muscles around the joints strong, thereby reducing the amount of stress placed on the joints. Additionally, physical activity supports bone strength, maintains robust levels of energy to make it through the day, promotes a good night’s sleep, controls weight and improves people’s general sense of well-being.

It is best to consult a doctor to determine what the appropriate level of physical activity is. The Mayo Clinic recommends several different types of exercise, including range-of-motion drills, strengthening exercises, aerobic activity and regimens that have gentle motions, such as tai chi or yoga. It is important not to overdo any of these exercises by moving at a slow and steady pace.

So what do we recommend?

After talking to your doctor, consider augmenting your healthy lifestyle with Omax-3. This fish oil supplement contains an optimal balance of pure omega-3 fatty acids, which act as natural anti-inflammatories. These supplements, when part of a well-balanced diet, can help the joints stay active and comfortable.


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