February is a month of love, but it’s also a month where winter activity can leave your joints feeling anything but affectionate. Whether you’re hitting the slopes, shoveling snow, or just keeping up with your daily routine in chilly weather, your knees, shoulders, and hips can take a beating if you’re not careful. At iSCORE, we’re all about helping you protect your joints, prevent injury, and stay active this winter.

Why Winter Puts Stress on Your Joints

Cold weather can stiffen muscles and limit your range of motion. Even simple activities like walking on icy sidewalks or lifting heavier winter gear can strain your joints. Common winter joint complaints include:

• Knee pain – from slipping, overuse, or tendon strain
• Shoulder discomfort – from shoveling, carrying bags, or snow sports
• Hip stiffness – due to lower body overexertion or icy outdoor activity

Without proper care, these issues can turn minor aches into chronic problems.

Tips to Keep Your Joints Happy

1. Warm Up & Stretch

Before any winter activity, spend 5–10 minutes warming up. Gentle dynamic stretches—like leg swings, arm circles, and hip rotations—help increase blood flow and flexibility.

2. Strengthen Surrounding Muscles

Strong muscles protect your joints. Exercises such as squats, lunges, shoulder presses, and core work stabilize your knees, hips, and shoulders, reducing the risk of injury.

3. Listen to Your Body

A twinge of pain isn’t something to ignore. Early intervention can prevent long-term issues. Don’t push through discomfort; respect your body’s signals.

4. Use Proper Gear

Supportive footwear, braces, or padded gloves can reduce stress on joints during winter activity. Simple adjustments can make a big difference.

5. Maintain Mobility Daily

Even on non-activity days, gentle movement—like walking, yoga, or stretching—keeps your joints limber and reduces stiffness.

Why Early Evaluation Matters

If you’re experiencing persistent knee, shoulder, or hip pain, don’t wait until it worsens. At iSCORE, our physiatrists and MSK specialists use advanced diagnostics and targeted interventional therapies to identify the root cause of your pain and provide personalized treatment plans. Early evaluation means faster relief and a reduced risk of chronic joint issues.

Treat Your Joints Right This February

Give your body the love it deserves! Schedule an evaluation with iSCORE and get back to enjoying winter safely and comfortably.

Call us today: (818) 338-6860 | (626) 460-1096

Visit us: Arcadia – 51 N. 5th Ave Suite A, Glendale – 317 S Brand Blvd Suite A-103, Palmdale – 41210 11th Street West, Suite K

Learn more: iSCORE Inc

Stay active, stay strong, and keep your joints happy all winter long!