January 20, 2026
Cold weather and a surge of household chores during Tết—such as cleaning, making traditional cakes, or lifting heavy items—can make joints feel stiffer and more painful. When temperatures drop, blood vessels constrict, reducing blood flow to the joints. Synovial fluid becomes less flexible, which can lead to joint stiffness, pain, and difficulty moving—especially in older adults.
Below are three simple but essential steps to help your joints feel more comfortable during the busy Tết season:
In cold conditions, joints and surrounding muscles tend to tighten, reducing flexibility and increasing pain.
Tips to stay warm effectively:
Wear enough layers, including long sleeves, long pants, socks, scarves, and gloves when going outdoors.
Use warm compresses or heating pads on painful joints.
Take a warm shower before starting household chores to improve circulation and reduce stiffness.
Tết housework often comes in bursts. Sitting or standing in one position for too long, or overexerting yourself in cold weather, can cause joints to tire and stiffen quickly.
Recommendations:
Take a 5–10 minute break after every 30–45 minutes of work: stand up, walk lightly, stretch your arms, and gently move your joints.
Perform simple joint-stretching exercises (for the wrists, knees, shoulders, and neck) to promote better circulation.
Occasional joint pain in cold weather is common. However, persistent pain, swelling, warmth, redness, increasing pain over several days, or difficulty moving should not be ignored.
You should see a doctor promptly if:
Pain persists despite rest and keeping warm.
A joint becomes swollen, warm, or red.
Joint pain interferes with daily activities.
For persistent joint pain, many doctors may consider hyaluronic acid (HA) injections such as ALSAVIN, which help supplement synovial fluid, improve joint lubrication, and support pain relief—sometimes after just a single injection—allowing patients to move more comfortably in daily life.
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