Does rainy weather affect arthritis?

I have had arthritis for 10 years, and every monsoon is the same story for my knees. What works for me is wearing warm trousers, staying active indoors, and using a mustard oil massage. Don't sit in one place for too long or the joints will freeze up completely.

Beta, rainy weather definitely causes more stiffness because of the dampness and cold. I always keep a heating pad handy during July and August. Also, drinking a warm cup of haldi doodh at night helps reduce the pain and helps me sleep better.

I actually tracked my father's daily steps and pain levels on my phone for a month during the rains. There was a clear drop in his activity because of the cold, damp weather, which made his stiffness worse. Keeping a simple indoor step goal helped him keep the joints mobile.

Ghar pe simple remedies always work best during rainy season. I just wrap a warm crepe bandage around my elbow when it starts drizzling and avoid cold water completely for drinking or bathing. It doesn't cost anything and saves me from taking extra tablets.

It definitely does, but the worst thing you can do is stop moving. If your doctor has cleared you for light exercise, try doing some basic indoor walks or joint rotations during rainy days. Keeping the blood flowing is the best way to fight that monsoon stiffness.

When I was younger, I used to ignore this, but now in my 70s, I can say the rain definitely makes its presence felt in my shoulders. It is a very natural reaction of the body to the pressure drops. Don't panic, just keep yourself warm and comfortable, it passes once the weather clears.