Bone and joint pain are some of the most common problems many people face at some point in their life. Bone and Joint Health National… 

Did you have an aunt while growing up who could always predict a storm was brewing because her shoulder pain got worse? To our amazement she was usually right. The pain wasn’t in her imagination because there are definitely some changes that happen to our joints when temperatures drop. Let’s discover how cold weather affects arthritis and joint pain.

Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is a chronic inflammation disorder. 1.3 million people in the US have RA. It is two and a half times more common in females than men. It normally affects those who are between the ages of 20 and 50, although others can develop it too. Those are some facts about this disorder, and here are the signs you may have rheumatoid arthritis.

The Arthritis Foundation tells us 27 million Americans suffer from OA, and it’s the most common condition of the joints. If you have osteoarthritis, we don’t have to tell you about the stiffness and discomfort, nor do we need to cite the loss of mobility. If you are beginning to feel joint stiffness, pay attention to these 7 ways to protect your joints and prevent osteoarthritis.