Combat Your Arthritis Pain with a Hot Tub

Arthritis is a painful and sometimes debilitating autoimmune disease that affects as many as 1.3 million Americans. There currently is no cure, and sometimes modern medicines can’t treat all of the symptoms that go along with a chronic condition. But, there are ways to combat your arthritis pain that don’t require pills, shots, or multiple trips to the doctor for every flair-up. Let us introduce to you the answer: the hot tub, otherwise known as your new best friend!

Joint Strengthening and Protection

Using your hot tub takes the feel of gravity away, leaving you weightless. The water brings support to your joints and muscles. This makes it easier to complete your physical therapy with less pain and more efficiency. And of course, the heat reduces inflammation in your muscles which lessens soreness.

Weight Loss

Being overweight can contribute to arthritis pain. But soaking in a hot tub can help you on your weight loss journey. Not only do regular soaks before a meal curb your appetite, relaxing reduces the production of the stress hormone called cortisol. High levels of cortisol can lead to craving high-fat, high-sodium “comfort foods” and also prevents the build-up of new muscle.

Mind Over Matter

When living with a chronic condition that causes constant pain, most of your ability to get through the day comes from being mentally strong and pushing through. But just one soak in a hot tub can help combat your arthritis pain and ease that mental burden. Imagine floating in a warm, bubbly paradise with the water supporting your joints and muscles. You can completely let go and simply enjoy being. For an added benefit, consider adding hot tub-approved aromatherapy crystals to your water. At Bonnie & Clyde’s, we carry Hydrotherapies Sport RX Crystals, which are loaded with vitamins, minerals, and natural extracts. Your body gets an additional health boost while the pleasant aromas enhance your hot tub experience.

Ready to give arthritis a fight and gain your life back? Check out the impressive selection of hot tubs and spas at any one of Bonnie & Clyde’s Pools and Spas’ six locations and get your steal of a deal today! And if you’re already a hot tub owner, stop by to pick up some aromatherapy crystals and take your nightly hot tub soak to the next level.