TOP TIPS TO HELP EASE THE AGONY

ARTHRITIS causes crippling pain and inflammation within a joint, making day-to-day tasks, like brushing your teeth, really difficult.

Early diagnosis could allow patients to receive vital lifestyle advice to ease the condition. The NHS suggests:

Healthy eating – “It’s very important to eat a healthy, balanced diet to give you all the nutrients you need and help you maintain a healthy weight.”

Exercise –“Being active can help reduce and prevent pain, improve your range of movement and joint mobility, increase muscle strength, reduce stiffness and boost energy.”

Joint care – “Reduce joint stress by using the larger, stronger joints such as shoulders rather than your hands when opening doors.”