Persistent backaches, sore knees, and other physical ailments limit mobility and impact your quality of life. When it comes to how to manage pain or prevent injury, the team at StayFIT Physical Therapy knows proper nutrition will help. Their knowledge comes from experience providing pain treatment, physical therapy, and massage therapy to people all across the island of O’ahu. 

Below, Hawaii’s best physical therapists share three reasons why you should add a well-balanced diet to your pain treatment or prevention plan:

• Reduces Inflammation: If you suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, eating fruits, vegetables, and foods rich in fiber and healthy fatty acids will reduce inflammation flare-ups. These foods are also full of antioxidants, which will limit your risk of developing diabetes and heart disease.
• Stops Weight Gain: Although a few extra pounds might not seem like a lot, the situation can get out of hand quickly. A drastic weight increase is a common contributing factor to knee and hip problems and other joint pain. Putting down the fast food in favor of lean red meat, leafy greens, and foods with omega-3 fatty acids like fish will go a long way in helping you lose weight to alleviate these problems.
• Prevents Autoimmune Disease Development: If you have a predisposition to autoimmune conditions like multiple sclerosis or Crohn’s disease, eating processed foods high in sugar and salt won’t help the situation. Switching to fiber-rich foods will help intestinal barrier functions and lower your risk of developing Crohn’s disease. Consuming foods rich in vitamin D will help prevent the development of multiple sclerosis.

Whether you have a joint sprain, frozen shoulders, or experience muscle strains, the professionals at StayFIT Physical Therapy are ready to help. They will pinpoint the exact source of the problem and work with you to develop the best course of treatment while educating you on your condition or injury. They will also provide at-home care exercises to help improve your mobility.

To learn more about pain treatment options available, call the Aiea office at (808) 487-0487 or the Kapolei location at (808) 674-0500. Visit StayFIT Physical Therapy online to discover the many ways they will place you on the path to better health. Don’t forget to like them on Facebook for updated company news and announcements.