As the rain pelts the windows and the cold shows no signs of relenting, there really is no denying that winter is here. While there are lots of things to look forward to about this time of year, such as Christmas, New Years and lots of parties and meeting up, there are also other not so great things that come with the territory. A lot of people can find that at this time of year they experience health issues from the cold and wet, which can impact the way they spend their time, going out or what they can do at home. In this article we take a look at some common health problems in winter and how to fix them or lessen the symptoms. Keep on reading to find out more.
Ear Problems
Your ears are one of the most affected things by the cold weather and this can be super painful. You might find that you get a lot of earaches, or perhaps you get really bad tinnitus. If this is the case, speak to a healthcare professional who should be able to help and try to keep your ears covered by a scarf, hat or earmuffs when you are out and about to keep the chill away. You should also look up practical tips for tinnitus relief that can help you make your symptoms that bit easier to manage.
Stiff Joints
Stiff joints can be caused by the cold weather causing your muscles to tense up which can lead to less mobility and flexibility. To help ease your symptoms, keep your body temperature consistent so dress in layers when out and about. Keep moving to help keep your joints protected and try to maintain a healthy weight to avoid any unnecessary stress on your bones and joints. These are all simple changes you can make that can help your joints be less painful. If they’re hurting you can also have a warm bath or use a hot water bottle on them, as well as take over the counter anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen.
Cold and Flu
This time of year is unfortunately prone to the cold and flu viruses going around, but there are things you can do to help. Keep hand sanitizer in your bag at all times and be vigilant when washing your hands, especially if you’ve been in a crowded place. If you do get ill, make sure you drink plenty of fluids, to rest up and keep warm so you can recover as quickly as possible and be back to your old self in no time at all.
These are a few common health problems in winter and how to fix them. Whether it’s something you’ve experienced often over the years or you are for the first time this year, it’s best to get it sorted sooner rather than later. What are some top tips you have for sorting common winter health problems? Let us know in the comments below, we’d love to hear from you.
