Does too much exercise hurt your joints? Therapist debunks joint health myths! How to choose topical gel?
Are joints easily damaged by frequent exercise? Physiotherapist debunks the myth: Not exercising will make you more injured
Regular exercise is more likely to wear out joints and cause joint discomfort? A Shedia physiotherapist said in an interview that this is a common misconception. Compared with those who have exercise habits, people with low activity and no exercise will degenerate and wear out their joints faster than those with exercise habits. In addition, lack of exercise and prolonged sitting can easily lead to obesity, and obesity is also a strong risk factor for joint degeneration and wear. “Lack of exercise will hurt the joints more” is the correct health concept.
If you are prone to joint discomfort while engaging in sports, Shedia’s physical therapist suggests that you can find ways to adjust. First, check whether the intensity of exercise progresses too quickly. A safe exercise plan should focus on gradual progress. Many office workers are “weekend athletes. They usually sit for a long time and only suddenly engage in mountain climbing and hiking on the weekends. This causes overuse and discomfort of their joints.”
In addition, you should also pay attention to whether the discomfort is caused by other joint parts or incorrect posture during exercise. It is recommended to seek guidance from professionals and sports coaches to familiarize yourself with the correct posture of the sport to reduce damage to joints caused by improper operation or unskilled skills.
Carrying children, sitting for long periods of time, or bending over hurt your joints? Be careful when repeating certain poses
Is poor posture a cause of joint discomfort? Shedia physical therapist said that there is no so-called “harmful posture”, but there are two situations that will increase joint pressure and damage. The first is maintaining a single posture for a long time, such as sitting for a long time, crossing the legs, half-sitting and lying down. The posture is not changed; the second is repeating a large number of specific actions, such as lifting heavy objects, bending over to work, or practicing specific sports such as pitching for a long time.
In addition, young parents are more likely to suffer from muscle and joint pain and discomfort due to doing housework and carrying children. Shedia physical therapist pointed out that the impact of children on joints is similar to a sports injury. Due to insufficient muscle strength or incorrect force exertion, the weight of children or heavy household chores can be regarded as too heavy a load on physical fitness. The strength of the waist and wrists may be used to compensate for the support, which may easily cause joint injuries. Parents should be particularly careful.
Adjust your lifestyle to make your joints last longer! How to choose topical glucosamine gel?
How to adjust your lifestyle to avoid joint discomfort? Shedia physical therapists suggest that the best posture is the “next posture”. In daily life, be careful to avoid sitting or standing in a single posture. You can use various assistive devices to change postures, such as footrests, chair backs, etc. In addition, do not let joint discomfort become a hindrance to movement, and intervene in auxiliary methods in a timely manner, such as seeking training from professional coaches, or using topical gels that can assist in relieving symptoms, etc.
Which topical gel is best for skin care? Shedia physical therapist pointed out that you can pay attention to whether the topical gel contains “GAG” ingredient, which is a form of glucosamine polymer that has maintenance and calming effects. If you want to choose glucosamine for rubbing, it is recommended to consider whether it contains essential oils that can help relieve inflammation, and whether there is relevant research to support it. For example, the source of extraction will affect the effect.
If the glucosamine wipe contains GAG, it can save the process of converting glucosamine into glucosamine polymer sugar. In addition, pay attention to the ingredients of the topical gel. It is recommended to choose a compound containing essential oils. For example, peppermint can quickly calm and relieve joint discomfort, and capsaicin can help relax the tight muscles around the joints. If you have any concerns about using topical gel, you can consult a professional pharmacist. If discomfort persists, you can seek a physical therapist to evaluate movement problems.
Don’t wait for surgery and rehabilitation to begin! Joint health exercises reduce the importance of exercise as early as possible
The range of motion of joints affects mobility and health. Shedia’s physical therapist reminds that the most important concept of joint maintenance is “early”. “Non-surgical treatment” for joint degeneration pointed out in the study that exercise, weight loss, and improvement of life Xingshan’s first-line advice is that the most effective time is in the early stages of joint discomfort. Starting to pay attention to joint health care as early as possible can reduce the possibility of future surgery and rehabilitation.
Shedia physical therapist pointed out that another factor closely related to joint health is proper exercise. It is recommended to carry out 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise every week, whether it is aerobic, weight, or stretching exercises. Sufficient exercise can also help maintain a good weight.
Shedia physiotherapist emphasized that obesity will affect the body’s stability, cause hormonal disorders and stimulate repeated inflammation of joints, causing cartilage to be soaked in dissolving liquid, causing great harm to joints. Taiwanese people should pay attention to the importance of weight control and maintaining good posture for joint health.
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