Humid heat can become a problem for bones and joints, experts expressed concern

These days, the rising humidity in many parts of the country has increased the troubles of the people. There is relief from heat and humidity, but according to experts, the rising humidity can also affect your bones and joints.

These days, the increasing humidity in many parts of the country has increased the problems of the people. There is relief from heat and humidity, but experts say that increasing humidity can also prove dangerous for the health of bones and joints.

Dr. Varsha Bhatt, a rheumatologist at Apollo Clinic, Pune, said that humidity has a direct effect on bones and joints. It becomes difficult to control body temperature in high humidity, which can increase swelling and pain in the joints. Apart from this, the amount of moisture present in the air increases due to humidity, which can reduce the absorption of calcium in the bones.

How does it affect bones and joints?

Swelling in joints: Humidity increases the body temperature, which can cause swelling in the joints. Arthritis patients may face more problems in this season.

Bone weakness: Due to humidity, calcium absorption in the bones may decrease, which can weaken the bones.

Muscle strain: Due to humidity, the problem of muscle strain and pain may increase.

Risk of infection: Due to humidity, bacteria and fungus grow rapidly, which increases the risk of infection.

How to prevent this?

Take care of your diet. Take a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D.

Exercise daily. Regular exercise strengthens bones and joints.

Drink an adequate amount of water. This keeps the body temperature under control.

Try to avoid humidity as much as possible. Take measures to reduce humidity in the house.

If you already have joint pain, then take medicines on the advice of a doctor.

When to contact a doctor?

If you are having problems like severe joint pain, swelling, redness or fever, then contact a doctor immediately.