Why Do My Joints Hurt More In Winter?

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Why Do My Joints Hurt More In Winter?

Joints can feel stiff, achy, and sharply painful when you’re exposed to the kind of cold that’s swept across the country this winter. That’s because freezing temperatures cause synovial fluid, which cushions joints and helps prevent bone from rubbing on bone, to thicken and expand. The fluid then triggers irritation and inflammation instead of offering padding. And the chance for weather-related joint pain increases as you age because synovial fluid becomes thinner and less syrupy, providing less of a shock absorber even in warm weather.

Other possible culprits? Cold constricts blood vessels, reducing blood flow and causing stiffness and a sudden drop in barometric pressure can cause tissue to swell slightly, putting increased pressure on vulnerable joints.

The solutions are straightforward. Make sure you’re warmly dressed and have extra protection around vulnerable joints. Stay hydrated and eat anti-inflammatory foods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains and avoid highly processed foods. Ask your doc about taking supplements such as chondroitin or collagen powder that help maintain healthy joints. Stay active while out in the cold to maintain blood flow.

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