Rheumatist arthritis routine care and lifestyle adjustment
Rheumatism arthritis is a chronic disease that causes many inconveniences to the lives of patients. Scientific day-to-day care and reasonable lifestyle adjustments are effective in mitigating symptoms, reducing frequency of onset and improving the quality of life of patients.
1. Adequate rest is essential because patients with rheumatological arthritis are vulnerable to fatigue. In times of acute onset, when joint pain and swelling is evident, the patient needs to increase the rest time appropriately to avoid overwork and to fully restore the joint. During the break, the joint may be placed at a functional position, such as under the knee joint, where a thin pillow may be attached to the knee joint, so that the knee joint may be reduced by the pressure of the joint. During the mitigation period, the patient shall not be able to stay in bed or sit for long periods of time, and shall undertake proportionate activities. Moderate exercise helps to maintain the flexibility of joints, enhance muscle strength and prevent joint malformations. Actions such as simple fist-shakes, finger-stamps and wrist-stretching can be carried out many times a day. Low-intensity sports, such as walking and Tai Chi Fist, are also good options where medical conditions permit. However, in order to avoid excessive activity leading to joint damage, the strength of the movement should gradually increase according to its own circumstances.
1. Avoid excessive burden of joints 1. Reduce long standing, walking, up and down stairs, etc., to the extent possible. In cases where removal is required, assistive tools, such as carts, may be used. In day-to-day life, a number of modifications can be made to the home environment, such as the installation of hand helpers in toilets and showers to facilitate the rise and balance of patients and reduce the burden of joints. 2. The correct use of assistive devices. For example, a person with a mischievous joint may use a special utensils, writing tools to facilitate daily life; a person with a pain in a knee joint may use a knee joint or knee protection to provide additional support and stability.
1. Cooled and humid environments are prone to irritation or aggravating symptoms of rheumatism. Patients should pay attention to weather changes and increase or decrease clothing in a timely manner. In cold seasons, minimum out time, such as outing, wearing warm gloves, hats, scarfs, knee protection, etc. 2. Maintaining warm and dry indoors. Maintaining warm and dry living conditions. Equipment such as air conditioning, heating, dehumidifiers, etc. Direct contact with cold water is avoided and hot water is used as much as possible in daily activities such as washing and washing.
1. A balanced diet ensures sufficient protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins and minerals. The choice of high-quality sources of proteins such as skinny meat, fish, beans and eggs helps maintain muscle strength and repair damaged tissues. More fresh vegetables and fruits are eaten in order to obtain abundant vitamins and minerals and to increase body immunity. 2. Special dietary care. Some studies have shown that certain foods may have an impact on rheumatism arthritis. For example, reduced food intake with saturated fatty acids and transfatic acids, such as fried foods, animal internals, etc. An appropriate increase in foods rich in thorium-3 fatty acids, such as deep-sea fish, nuts, etc., could help to mitigate inflammatory response. However, dietary adjustments should be made on a personal basis, under the direction of a doctor or a nutritionist.
1. Awareness of the influence of psychological factors The length of rheumatism arthritis, its repeated symptoms and the risk of causing anxiety, depression, etc. These negative sentiments, in turn, can increase pain and fatigue and affect the quality of life and treatment of patients. Therefore, the patient needs to be aware of the impact of the mental state on the condition. 2. Stress relief. Patients can alleviate psychological stress in a number of ways, such as speaking to their families, friends, participating in patient support groups and sharing experiences and feelings. They can also develop interests such as listening to music, reading books, painting, and so forth, diverting attention and alleviating the psychological burden of disease. If necessary, assistance from a professional psychologist is sought.
Through the above day-to-day care and lifestyle adjustment measures, persons with rheumatism arthritis can better manage their condition, reduce their symptoms, improve their quality of life and be active in life.
