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As a person gets older, their chances of joint pain also increase. Weak bone structure, lack of adequate physical exercise and lack of essential nutrients in the diet can further aggravate the condition. While medication helps reduce pain, alternative time-tested methods such as yoga can speed up the process of eliminating pain completely. Yoga is an ancient Indian technique that effectively relieves pain, tones the body and calms the mind.

What is the cause of joint pain?

Osteoarthritis: A common type of arthritis, occurs over time when cartilage, the protective cushion between bones, wears down. Joints become painful and stiff.

Rheumatoid arthritis: is a chronic disease that causes swelling and pain in the joints. Often the joints become deformed (usually occur in the fingers and wrists).

Gout: A painful condition where body crystals accumulate in the joint, causing severe pain and swelling.

Bursitis: Caused by overuse.