Remain Active Walk In Tubs is happy to present our latest edition of our monthly blog feature: ACTiveCare. This months topic is GOUT. We will be discussing pain management, hydrotherapy treatment and dietary triggers that can inflame or reduce the symptoms caused by gout. Gout is a form of arthritis which usually flares up in a single joint, most commonly the big toe- but can also affect other joints in the leg — such as the knee, ankle, and foot. Although other body parts such as joints in the arm, hand, wrist and fingers are less likely to be affected - it is still possible for these limbs to suffer from gout. The spine is almost never affected. Like other forms of arthritis, there is no cure to the ailments; however, there are many way to help treat the symptoms and side-effects.
One treatment for gout includes soaking in warm bath water. The hydrotherapy of a walk in bathtub can reduce the swelling, joint pain and help the overall blood circulation in the extreme limbs. A handicap tub can prove vital in the treatment of gout symptoms.
The strong connection with obesity and gout can not be overlooked. Dietitians and Doctors are working hard to reduce obesity in the younger generation due to the strong link between weight and gout. Remain Active offers a bariatric walk in tub. The large walk in tub offers soothing hydrotherapy options for gout patients.
While some studies are inconclusive on the role your diet plays in the onset of gout- it is a fact that high uric acid levels are the cause of the onset of gout; so, limiting certain foods that cause an increased production of uric acid — such as red meats and organ meats (for example, liver and kidneys), as well as some shellfish and anchovies — and reducing alcohol intake is often helpful. To help avoid inflammation its also suggested to drink 8 glasses of water daily and add plenty of fresh juices and fruits to your daily intake.
Suggested Soup Recipe for Gout Sufferers:
Ingredients
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 cup chopped shallots
3 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled sweet potato
1 1/2 cups (1/4-inch) sliced peeled carrots
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons curry powder
3 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
Preparation
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallots; saute 3 minutes or until tender. Add potato, carrots, ginger, and curry; cook 2 minutes. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender; stir in salt.
Pour half of soup in a food processor; pulse until smooth. Repeat procedure with remaining soup
SUMMARY:
Although there is no cure for gout, there are many ways to deal with the debilitating symptoms and to ward off the onset of gout. A walk In tub can offer sought after relief for swollen and achy joints with hydrotherapy options.
