If you are not following iBrandtv on social media, then, you have no idea what you are missing.
You see, on Saturday, October 12, iBrandtv took the marking of World Arthritis Day to a whole new level, leaving the internet space ablaze.
It was a day like never before, one that has not been witnessed.
Talks of this day had littered the internet before now.
With the pedal against pain bike cruise, the awareness of Arthristis began to spread in a very unique way.
This unique event featured bikers on a trip from Lagos to Osogbo in a move to create awareness for Arthristis.
While many only had a glimpse of the cruise from social media, commuters in some of the highlighted route had the privilege of witnessing it firsthand.
Many people are not aware of Arthristis, its symptoms, prevention, nothing.
Well, if you are reading this, then you are in luck.
Arthritis At A Glance
In simple terms, arthritis is an inflammatory joint disorder that affects the tissues in your body around the joints as well as other connective tissues, ultimately causing joint pain, stiffness and difficulty in movement.
According to the Arthritis Foundation, there are over 100 different forms of arthritis and its related diseases. Among its most common types include rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoarthritis (OA) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA).
Symptoms
Some of the most common symptoms include pain and stiffness in joints.
Apart from these, some patients also complain about redness as well as decreased range of motion of the joint.
The risk for this disease increases with age and obesity, while there have also been cases of family history.
Some people also complain about heat and swelling in joints.
Those having arthritis are advised to immediately visit a doctor to diagnose its type and start proper treatment.
Luckily, there are various treatments available allowing most patients to lead an active and productive lifestyle.
Prevention
There are several self-care tips to manage arthritis pain including:
Weight
Keep a check on your BMI as excess body weight usually ends up stressing the joints leading to pain.
Balanced Diet
Following a balanced diet allows your body to function normally and keeps you away from several diseases.
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Those having arthritis should try and eat more anti-inflammatory food items like green leafy vegetables, legumes, berries, nuts, ginger and others.
Also, it must be noted that Vitamin D and calcium play a significant role in the overall health of your joints.
Physical Activity
Performing exercises like walking, cycling and swimming allows you to reduce joint stress.
Also, try to do more yoga and meditation to relax your muscles.
You can catch the Lagos To Osogbo bike cruise on all our social media handles; @iBrandtv.
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