Professor Evgenia Yekusheva points out that prolonged sitting or physical inactivity, in addition to weight gain, can lead to microscopic injuries and inflammation in the cartilage of the joints.
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According to the professor, moderate physical activity is generally beneficial for maintaining joint health.
"Joints allow us to perform a variety of movements. Daily walking, swimming, yoga, or gymnastics help maintain normal blood flow to the cartilage and synovial fluid formation, and have a generally beneficial effect on health," she says.
The second important habit is controlling body weight :
"If a person is overweight, i.e., has a body mass index higher than 25, the excess weight causes additional stress on the joints, especially the knees and hips. Therefore, weight loss can relieve pain in joint patients, improve their function, and may delay or prevent the need for surgery."
The professor points out that the third habit is correct body posture :
"Poor posture while working or playing causes uneven pressure on the joints. Spinal problems, hip joint problems, 'office knee' syndrome, and osteoporosis are particularly prevalent among office workers who spend a lot of time in front of a computer every day."
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The fourth habit is healthy eating and consuming foods that support joint health:
"Natural collagen production declines with age, usually after 30-35 years. Collagen is the main structural component of cartilage, and various dietary supplements, including bioactive supplements from plant and animal sources, can help compensate for its deficiency."
Finally, the fifth habit , according to the professor, is to undergo preventative checkups :
"If a person leads a very active lifestyle, or is sedentary, or has a genetic predisposition to joint diseases, they should visit a specialist doctor regularly, because this allows for the early identification of potential problems."
