When we grow a little older many of us start to struggle with aches and pains we didn’t have when we were younger. This is part of growing older and a natural part of life but it doesn’t mean we have to suffer in silence. If you have started to struggle with your joints and mobility it is time to do something about it and try these tips to help you live life more comfortably and independently.
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Take an aromatherapy bath
One of the best remedies for aching joints and muscles has to be a bath filled with Epsom salts. If you have been stiff and in pain for a few days, invest in Epsom salts and run a warm bath to sit in for 30 minutes while you watch your favourite show. An aromatherapy bath also isn’t complete without some aroma – and here’s where lavender oil can provide a calming influence and help all of that muscle tension slip away. Do this once a week for maximum effect and it will make a huge difference to your life.
Consider wearing gloves
Gloves are the easiest way to help you if you struggle with stuff hands throughout the year – even once winter has passed. Many of us suffer from a condition called Raynaud’s syndrome which impacts the circulation to our hands and feet and makes our joints stiff and painful. Sleeping in socks and wearing gloves throughout the day is a helpful way to avoid this pain and live life to the fullest.
Eat ginger
If you struggle with arthritis and inflammation around your joints as well as poor circulation- it is time to add ginger to your diet every single day. Eating one small chunk of ginger every day fresh from the root will not only warm the body and improve circulation but it will also reduce inflammation and help you to cope with your joints and muscles. This is a brilliant natural remedy and will keep you fighting for for years to come.
Use a walking cane
It is not at all embarrassing to use a walking cane if you are struggling on your feet. It is important for you to support your body when it is under strain because if you don’t effectively support it, your body will overcompensate and end up struggling even more. Be sure to always consider the way your body feels and if there is any equipment or medication you can use to help you live your life comfortably. A walking cane is a brilliant tool to take strain off the back and legs and will keep you mobile for longer.
Practice stretches
Yoga is a great idea for anyone who has struggled with their body and it will make a huge difference to your health. Make sure to practice some simple stretches every day such as backbends and hip openers to lengthen muscles and keep them mobile throughout the years.
Try these tips today to keep your body healthy and allow you to move freely this year.
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