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Some physical activity is always better than none.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Meditation<\/strong><br \/>\nWhile meditation can\u2019t take away pain, research shows it can help you approach and manage it in a healthy way.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Heat and cold therapy<\/strong><br \/>\nThe use of gentle heat may help relax muscles and stimulate circulation, thereby decreasing pain.<br \/>\nCold therapy \u2013 in the form of frozen gel packs or ice \u2013 can reduce inflammation and swelling during a flareup. After using heat or cold, gently move the arthritic joint to reduce stiffness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Rest<\/strong><br \/>\nWhile physical activity can be beneficial, listening to your body and resting when you notice pain, swelling or increased heat around an affected joint can reduce the length of a flareup.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Massage therapy and acupuncture<\/strong><br \/>\nThese treatments are helpful for some people. 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