A member asked:

My doctor told me i have arthritis. does heat help with the pain?

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Dr. Ron Jones answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Heat increases circulation. Improved circulation improves healing. Healing improves pain.

Answered 3/26/2013

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See below: Deep heat wil help with the pain and make motion easier.

Answered 10/4/2016

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