How to Manage Joint Stiffness WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on How to Manage Joint Stiffness
Joint stiffness can be treated with moist heat, stretching, and the use of anti-inflammatory medications. If the underlying cause of the joint stiffness is arthritis, then arthritis medication may be necessary. Some studies suggest taking daily fish oil supplements for up to three months can reduce joint stiffness related to rheumatoid arthritis.1
Fast Facts:
- Moist heat should be be applied to the effected joint for approximately 20 minutes.2
- Range of motion exercises should be performed to increase mobility and decrease pain.3
- Anti-inflammatory medications may be taken to reduce pain and swelling.3
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Research Notes References
- ↑ WebMD: Joint Stiffness and Rheumatoid Arthritis
- ↑ Symptoms, Their Causes & Cures (via MotherNature): Joint Stiffness - Symptom Relief
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Joint Pain - Home Care
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- Contributor: Jessyca Attenborough
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
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- Last update: Nov. 10, 2009
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- Contributor: Jessyca Attenborough
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Joint Stiffness Management, Managing Joint Stiffness
- Last update: Nov. 10, 2009
Each WisdomCard is handcrafted by our team of physician-guided health advocates. Our goal is to make it easy for you to find the most useful health resources for any health topic by filtering out spam and bad links.
