Have you ever thought about how human beings move from one place to another? We first think of bones. But what connects our bones? It is a joint. So what are joints? Joints are a part of our human body that connects our bones. Joints are the key reason that makes your skeleton move easily. Some examples of joints are
Shoulders, Hips, Elbows, Knees If these joints face any kind of problem, then we face joint pain.
What is joint pain?
Joint pain refers to any kind of discomfort, aches, and soreness in any of the body's joints. Joint pain is nowadays a common problem that people face. Sometimes, joint pain can also be a result of an illness or any kind of an injury.
Symptoms of joint pain
If you have the following symptoms, then you are facing joint pain. The symptoms are
1.Swelling - Swelling may occur around the joints and if the swelling is more, then you need to rush to the doctor and it is an indication of joint pain.
2.Redness around the joints - Sometimes, swelling can also lead to redness around the joints and it will be even more tender than before and also warm to touch.
3.Pain - Swelling and redness can also lead to pain. Those who face joint pain will have a very bad pain over the joint area and you have to consult the doctor immediately if you are facing so.
4.Fever - People who face joint pain can also get fever but there will be no signs of any flu. This symptom is very common in recent times.
5.Any serious injury - Any serious injury can also lead to joint pain. It's nothing to be scared about because it is a common symptom.
Causes of joint pain
The main causes of joint pain are as follows.
1.Arthritis - It is the most common cause for joint pain. Usually, it occurs over the:
- Wrists
- Hands
- Hips
- Knees
2.Overuse of a joint - Overuse of a joint can also lead to joint pain. For instance, if a hockey player overused his knee joint, then he/she may become a victim of joint pain.
3.Infectious diseases - Any infectious diseases such as mumps, influenza and hepatitis can lead to serious joint pain. Joint pain is also one of the symptoms for these infectious diseases.
4.An infection over the bone or joint - Any infection over the bones or joints can also lead to joint pain. When it occurs, then one has to rush to the doctor immediately for treatment.
5.Rickets - It is a skeletal disorder which occurs due to the lack of Vitamin D. People who are having this disorder are common victims of joint pain.
Treatment for joint pain
Joint pain treatments can be divided into home treatments and medical treatments. However, joint pain treatments depend upon the level of pain and complications the person has. But through these ways, one can treat joint pain and overcome it easily.
- Stay physically active
- Exercise regularly
- Maintain your body weight
- Do not overuse your joints
- Have a warm bath
- Stretch your body regularly
- Give your body a proper rest.
Intake nutritious foods that has Vitamin D and calcium
People with complications should consult the doctor and treatment will be provided accordingly. The doctor may give you medications that will prevent joint pain. "Prevention is better than cure". If we remember this quote, then we can surely overcome any kind of disease. One has to prevent the diseases rather than trying to cure them. If we do so, we can surely eliminate all kinds of deadly diseases like a cake walk.
