As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many people with arthritis find that their symptoms worsen. This is because cold weather can cause several changes in the body that can make arthritis pain more severe.
Increased joint stiffness: Cold weather can cause muscles and tendons to tighten, which makes it more difficult to move joints. This can lead to increased joint stiffness, especially in the morning or after periods of inactivity (early morning stiffness).
