Being overweight is the single leading cause of arthritis, because the excessive weight puts stress and pressure on the joints, which expedites wear and tear. Bad news for Starbucks patrons and coffee drinkers in general: consumption of too much coffee increases risk of rheumatoid arthritis, an inflammatory disease of the joints that can lead to visible deformity. The good news is, if you are only drinking one or two cups of coffee a day, you shouldn’t have too much to worry about. Environmental factors can also contribute to development of rheumatoid arthritis, such as inhaling nanoparticles at a workplace where employees work around carbon black, an element used in ink jet printers, tires and paint. Usually this occurs if a worker is employed at a factory that manufactures large quantities of nanotechnology products.
To combat arthritis, doctors recommend a change of diet and environment and may prescribe an exercise program. In-home health aides and caregivers cooperate with the doctors in preparing special meals. Individuals with arthritis are usually not motivated to exercise due to pain in joints during movement; family members may not know how to motivate their loved ones to follow an exercise program. That’s why it’s important to have a skilled companion who has the communication skills and knowledge about the disease so that your loved one will get the most of out of his arthritis treatment.
To find a caregiver in your area, please call (949) 650-3800 or visit our website http://www.irvineinhomecare.com to learn more about Arthritis Care in Irvine, Santa Ana, Fountain Valley, Costa Mesa, and surrounding areas.
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