Pace yourself by balancing activity with rest. Avoid activities that hurt your joints. Use your largest and strongest joints and muscles whenever possible. Finally, ask for help when you need it. Use Heat and Cold Using heat and cold treatments can reduce the pain and stiffness of arthritis.
Cold packs numb the sore area and reduce inflammation and swelling.
They are especially good for joint pain caused by a flare. Heat relaxes your muscles and stimulates blood circulation. Get Enough Sleep Sleep restores your energy so that you can better manage pain. It also rests your joints to reduce pain and swelling. Most people need seven to nine hours of sleep per night.