West Allis Above Ground Pool Dealer Publishes Free Tips for Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month

WEST ALLIS, Wis. - July 26, 2013 - PRLog -- Franklin, WI 37064 – “Juvenile Arthritis is a devastating problem in many ways,” said Michael Wolf, owner of Wolf Pools and Spas.  “It severely limits what children who want to be active can do, but it has psychological effects as well.”

“There are ways parents can help their children cope with the painful symptoms of this disease, though, that will help them for the rest of their lives,” continued Wolf. Here are three great methods for handling the symptoms of juvenile arthritis:

Medication - There are five major types of drugs used to combat the effects of juvenile arthritis. The first is overall pain medications. Next there are anti-inflammatory drugs that reduce the swelling of the joints so they can move more freely. Then there are drugs known as DMARDs.

DMARD stands for Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs. They change the way the immune system responds to rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the most common cause of juvenile arthritis. By altering the way the body responds to the fevers of RA, these drugs slow, or in some cases even halt further progression of the disease that, if left unchecked, can eventually cause permanent disabilities.

If the responses to DMARDs are not enough, a new type of drug known as biologics is available. These drugs introduce genetically created protein into the immune system to help make it more effective.

Finally, steroids are an option for severe pain. They are a synthetic version of the cortisol the body produces naturally. Steroids can help reduce inflammation. The types of steroids used for treating arthritis pain are different from the corticosteroids that are dangerous and used by athletes to increase muscle growth.

Exercise - All children need exercise, but it can be surprisingly good for kids with juvenile arthritis. It’s true that movement is difficult for the effected joints, but forcing them to move in a gentle manner actually increases the fluids in the joints and they hurt less the more they are moved. Encourage kids with JA to get involved in low impact types of exercise such as taking walks, swimming, or riding their bikes.

Therapy - Along with physical exercise, slow, gentle stationary exercises and isometrics are beneficial and help get kids moving. Try various forms of isometrics to get the body moving before doing more strenuous low impact exercises. For a full-effect type of therapy, a hot tub is wonderful for anyone with arthritis. Not only does the hot water help soothe pain, it also increases blood flow and promotes increased production of synovial fluid for the joints.

The massaging action of the jets relieves the pain and swelling of joints and surrounding muscles and the buoyancy of the water takes the weight off of sore joints. The buoyancy of a hot tub also makes it a great place for exercises that won’t cause further joint injuries.

Consumers wanting to get more information about their entire line of above ground pools are encouraged to visit the company website at http://www.WolfPoolsAndSpas.com

About Wolf Pools and Spas

Wolf Pools and Spas is Southeastern Wisconsin’s premier spa and above–ground pool dealer. We started our business in 1962 and our reputation for offering superior products, installation and service is well–earned.

We invite you to visit our Brookfield or Franklin showrooms to view and sample our top–quality pools, spas, saunas and accessories. We also invite your call if you need service for your in–ground or above ground pool. Our professional and friendly staff can help you with in–ground liner replacements, line repairs, filter repairs, heater replacements, heater repairs, water testing and other services.

To learn more, pick up a copy of our free report “Above Ground Pool Buyer’s Guide – What You Need to Know before You Buy” ” Just give us a call at: 262-542-6700 or go to: http://www.WolfPoolsAndSpas.com