Why do my joints hurt when a storm approaches?

Answer 1

When the barometer drops, which happens before a storm, it causes the sinovial fluid inside your joints to expand. This increases the pressure inside which can cause pain in inflamed joints. Fast moving storms can cause a rapid drop of barometric pressure, and with slow moving storms, the pressure change is more gradual. Conversely when the barometer rises upon the weather clearing, you feel better because the pressure decreases. I have the same problem. Not only do my joints hurt but I get migraine headaches when bad weather approaches. It is worse in the winter. It helps to keep the inflammation under control. I have had success with systemic enzymes and avoiding sugar, white flour and alcohol. When it gets really bad during a big weather change, I have to resort to Ibuprofen and codeine.

Answer 2

Hi,
I have the same conditions.
It's the rapid changes in the barometric pressure, our bodies have a hard time adjusting to the change, in the bone cells, thereby pain results.
Also, if you has rheumatism, the humidity can raise havoc on your muscles.
And lastly, WE are getting OLD!

Hope this helps, have a fine day!
Dave

Answer 3

Not really that unusual we have experienced that a lot in our life times and found that since we are in a high altitude and colder place its even harder.. Just take some alieve follow the directions everyday and it will take away a lot of it..At least you don't live in a place that you sweat when its cold.. lol

Answer 4

This is a sign and symptom of arthritis and bursitis. My wife and I both suffer with chronic pain and arthritis and we both hurt so much worse when it rains. The weather definitely affects how you feel and your pain levels. I didn't believe it til it happened to me.