Besides taking supplements and maintaining a healthful diet, there are a number of easy measures that can help reduce the pain and inflammation of your arthritis. I find that applying pressure to specific points on the hands, feet, and knees can provide significant relief for arthritis pain. This ancient and often very effective form of massage can head off pain after heavy use of an afflicted joint or at the first sign of a weather change.
Acupressure is also a good way to reduce existing pain.
Learn how to perform acupressure for arthritis pain. These stretches move your affected joints as far as possible in every direction. In addition to improving flexibility, they help to reduce pain and stiffness, improve the way your joints work, and may even slow the progression of arthritis. These exercises also encourage the flow of nutrients to the bone-protecting cartilage. Weak muscles put undue stress on your joints.