Body pain due to cold weather

Do your achy joints make it hard to get out of bed in the winter? You're not alone. There is some scientific evidence that shows that joint pain feels worse in the winter.

When it comes to winter weather and achy joints, the theory is that when it is cold outside, nerves and blood vessels constrict in the arms and legs, decreasing blood flow and circulation to keep our inner core (heart and organs) warmer.

"This causes our joints to become more stiff and painful. A drop in barometric pressure may also lead to increased joint pain for some.

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Also, when it is cold outside, people move around or exercise less, which can lead to a loss of muscle strength and flexibility and, therefore, more joint pain,” explains Maria Salgado, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Rheumatology at CUIMC.

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