GP Nisa Aslam, an adviser to Combogesic, stated, '88% of Brits experience pain at least monthly according to new real-world data from my colleagues Combogesic, and spring's unpredictable mix of cold snaps, humidity and fluctuating air pressure can aggravate joint stiffness and trigger flare-ups. ' She added, 'Research has also confirmed that weather really does affect pain. ' According to Dr.
Aslam, drops in barometric pressure can reduce pressure on the body, allowing tissues and joints to expand slightly and trigger pain, particularly in people with joint or muscle conditions, while headaches and sciatica pain may also worsen. Damp, humid days can make joints feel more swollen, and spring allergies can increase body-wide inflammation and may make joints and muscles painful and sore. Dr.
88% of Brits experience pain at least monthly according to new real-world data from my colleagues Combogesic, and spring's unpredictable mix of cold snaps, humidity and fluctuating air pressure can aggravate joint stiffness and trigger flare-ups. These shifts can affect joint tissues and fluid, leading to stiffness or pain, with those living with arthritis, musculoskeletal pain, fibromyalgia or migraines particularly affected.
Aslam explained, 'Rapid temperature swings also play a role, tightening joints in the cold and expanding tissues in sudden warmth. And it's not just the weather. ' To manage pain, Dr.
Nisa Aslam recommends dressing in layers to prevent muscles and joints from becoming cold and seizing up, and incorporating leafy greens, berries, and omega-3-rich foods into the diet while reducing processed foods to reduce inflammation. Research shows half of Britons rely on paracetamol, with nearly a quarter combining paracetamol with codeine, but codeine is an opioid that isn't suitable for everyone and may cause nausea, constipation, dizziness, and headaches, plus carries risks of addiction and overdose. Dr.
Research has also confirmed that weather really does affect pain. Wet and cold tolerance changes with the seasons and day-to-day weather fluctuations appear to influence how sensitive people are to pain.
Nisa Aslam advises gradually increasing the duration and intensity of outdoor activities over several weeks, with proper warm-up, cool-down, and lifting techniques.