Raynaud’s : Treatment

Raynaud’s Disease Treatment Options

The best treatment is to avoid the cause of the attacks. Most individuals can achieve satisfactory control of the frequency and severity of attacks by avoiding cold, using protective garments (including extra layers of clothing: hats, mittens, and warm socks and shoes), or occasionally taking medications that relax the arteries. Usually, a decrease of attacks is achievable, but there is no “cure” for Raynaud’s. Some helpful suggestions for Raynaud’s disease include:

Avoid abrupt changes in temperature, especially going from warm air to air conditioning.
Do not go outside without a coat and mittens (gloves allow more cold air to get between the fingers). Wear a hat.
Use mittens to take anything out of the freezer.
Do not smoke.

What You Can Do

Some helpful suggestions for Raynaud’s phenomenon:

Keep your hands from getting cold
Do not use vibrating tools
Wear mittens instead of gloves
Avoid excessive stress
See you doctor if you get worse or if you notice a finger sore

Raynaud’s Disease section was last modified: November 07, 2011 - 05:30 pm

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