Joint pain swelling is one of the common dilemmas you may encounter when you enter old age or even younger than 40s. How will you fight off this condition? Let's discuss arthritis, its symptoms and treatment of joint pain as well in this article.

Arthritis is a progressive degeneration of joints and cartilages that causes pain and other symptoms which can be very bothersome and could hinder our daily activities. It is often caused by the progressive wearing out and repetitive use of joints which often results into friction of bones and swelling due to decreased lubricity. Other factors that could precipitate the condition are salty diet, obesity, family history of arthritis, hormonal imbalances, rheumatoid problems, alcohol abuse and cigarette smoking.

Symptoms of arthritis are joint pain swelling, body fatigue, body malaise, fever, flu-like symptoms, creaking and cracking sounds when moving especially on the back, hips, knees and neck. Sometimes when the joint are tear up and the bones are damage, it could result into inflammation as well as infection.

Treatment of joint pain include anti-inflammatory drugs like corticosteroids and NSAIDs, pain relievers like analgesics and anesthetics, and antibiotics. Home remedies like hot compress and stress-relieving activities can also be applied. Dietary supplements can also be used. These are much safer and with no side effects than the prescribed drugs. But be sure you have picked a good one. Look for a product which is made from natural ingredients and scientifically proven effective.

Prevention of arthritis all depends on the risk factors. If you try to modify your lifestyle, have some exercise and lower salt in your diet, you might prevent symptoms of arthritis from striking you. Don't ever think that when you're older, you could never avoid arthritis. It is just a myth. It is what you do in your life, what you eat, your job, and your activities that depend on what your health and life be on the future.