Lifestyle and home remedies

To help you manage pain and stiffness and to halt progression of the disease, try these self-care measures:

• Exercise regularly. Regular aerobic exercise, such as walking or swimming, can increase your endurance, keep your body more nimble and help you cope with DISH. Talk with your doctor before starting an exercise program.
• Achieve and maintain a desirable weight. Since obesity is associated with DISH, losing weight might help keep the disease from progressing and lower your risk of complications.
• Apply heat. Use a heating pad on affected areas of your body to reduce pain. Set the heating pad to low to reduce the risk of burns.