how to relieve them without medication?

Joint pain and rheumatism are common conditions that can seriously impact quality of life. Yet, there are ways to relieve them without systematically resorting to medication. This is what the doctor Aline Frazier and doctor Augustin Latourterheumatologists at Lariboisière hospital, guests of Flavie Flament and Jimmy Mohamed in “It’s going a lot better” this Saturday January 18, 2025.

“It’s important to stay moving”, underlines Doctor Latourte. Indeed, physical activity is often the key to maintaining joint health. “Joints need to move. They are made for that,” he adds. Specialists recommend following the advice of the WHO, which recommends “three quarters of an hour of physical activity every day”. But don’t panic, it’s not about launching into marathons or crossfit sessions. “Gardening, walking, doing housework, these are all part of moderate physical activities” considered physical activity, says Dr. Frazier.

The movement should not be interrupted, even if there is pain. “Low back pain: the treatment is movement!”, recalls Doctor Latourte, citing a health insurance campaign. Lying down can actually aggravate the situation by loosening the body’s muscles and reinforcing the fear of movement.. “You have to do as much as possible,” he advises.

Solutions adapted to everyone

For people who suffer from more intense pain, using a physiotherapist can be beneficial. “The physiotherapist will be able to guide you to move in the right way,” explains Doctor Frazier. It is also important to do not neglect the impact of stress on joint painwhich can greatly amplify the perception of pain.

Although popular, be careful with grandmother’s remedies and food supplementswhich must be approached with caution. “Take collagen food supplements sitting on your couch all day doesn’t make sense.”warns Doctor Latourte. It is essential to integrate them into a global health approach, including a balanced diet and regular physical activity.

Please remember that the management of rheumatism and joint pain requires a holistic approach, where movement, listening to your body and an adapted lifestyle play a central role. As Dr. Frazier summarizes: “doing something that is good for you” is the best way to relieve these everyday ailments.

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