You have likely heard someone declare that rain is coming because he can feel it in his bones, only to note that a short time later, rain actually did occur. According to Science Daily, as barometric pressure drops in our atmosphere, fluid begins to fluctuate at the joints in knees, elbows and ankles. Individuals who suffer arthritis and other joint conditions are sensitive to this fluctuation and experience pain and swelling of the affected joints; however, the pain and swelling can be prevented and treated.
Step 1
Prop your feet up on a pillow to reduce fluid build-up in your knees. Elevating your legs will reduce fluid and help control fluctuations thus decreasing swelling and pain, according to MayoClinic.com. A recliner is most helpful at allowing your legs to be raised and off the floor.
Step 2
Ingest a daily omega-3 supplement, suggests the Science Daily website. Omega-3 supplements along with glucosamine and chondroitin are touted to help ease and prevent arthritis pain and swelling. Science Daily also states that these supplements support cartilage health of the knees.
Step 3
Rest frequently to take pressure and strain off of your knees. Resting allows your knees time to regain strength and heal, according to MayoClinic.com. By resting your muscles and joints, you will prevent further injury as well as onslaught of unexpected pain and swelling.
Step 4
Speak with your doctor about knee replacement surgery if the cartilage in your joints is completely worn away. According to the Science Daily website, this option is ideal for individuals that have long suffered the effects of arthritis and are now in the end stages of this disease.
