I completely agree that one of the keys to managing the pain is to keep moving every single day - even those days when it is really bad. I ache every single day, but the few times I have taken a week or so off from exercise, the pain is much worse. Regularly stretching is also highly recommended, especially for the calves, hamstrings & lower back.
It is also important to learn to distinguish between your aches and true pain. Weather changes and stress can bring on flares. There are some great books out there that talk about how important your diet is as well as many foods can contribute to inflammation and pain. For example, stay away from nightshade vegetables (they lead to inflammation in the joints - same with arthritis). Onions and pineapple both have anti-inflammatory properties. Whit foods (potatoes, flour, sugar) contribute to being lethargic. And anyone dealing with an autoimmune issue should stear completely clear of artificial sweeteners as they further change the brain chemistry.
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