escape gout pain with simple daily exercises

THÙY DƯƠNG (THEO Cleveland Clinic) |

Proper exercise can help people with gout reduce pain, maintain exercise and prevent disease recurrence.

Regular exercise helps reduce uric acid levels in the blood, while controlling weight a major risk factor for gout, says Dr. Scott Burg, a low-arthritis expert at the Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, USA. However, it is necessary to choose low-impact forms of exercise to avoid putting pressure on joints.

Here are some exercises that are suitable for people with gout:

Gentle walking: It is the safest choice if you are not in the recovery period. Patients should start with 10-15 minutes per day, gradually increasing their endurance. Walking shoes need to have good cushioning and ankle support to avoid injury.

On-site cycling: Cycling helps increase blood circulation and move your leg joints without putting pressure on them like jogging. If possible, cycling outdoors at a slow pace is also a relaxing and effective choice.

Swimming or hydrotherapy: Water helps support the body, reducing pressure on painful inflammatory joints. Gentle swimming, or doing stretching movements in warm water is very good for people with chronic gout.

Yoga and stretching: stretching and yoga exercises help improve joint flexibility, reduce morning stiffness. However, you should practice with an experienced trainer for people with bone and joint diseases to avoid poor posture.

It is important that patients avoid strenuous exercise during the outbreak, such as jogging, jumping rope or lifting heavy weights. Listening to your body and adjusting your exercise intensity accordingly is a vital principle for gout patients, Dr. Burg emphasized.

In addition, controlling your diet, drinking enough water, avoiding foods rich in purines and avoiding alcohol also play an important role in controlling and preventing recurrent gout attacks.

THÙY DƯƠNG (THEO Cleveland Clinic)
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