As the temperature drops, more people report stiffness, back pain and joint discomfort. Far from being imagined, winter pain has strong physiological roots and can be an early warning sign for deeper orthopaedic issues.

Why the Body Hurts More in Winter

Dr. Rakesh Rajput, HOD & Director, Orthopaedics, CMRI Kolkata, believes the spike in winter pain is a pattern seen across all age groups.

“Winter pain is real. We consistently see joint, muscle and back pain intensify during colder months."

He explains that cold weather affects several systems at once. Muscles and soft tissues tighten, reducing flexibility; blood vessels narrow, limiting oxygen and nutrient supply to joints; and the body removes metabolic waste more slowly, increasing soreness.

“Lower sunlight exposure also leads to Vi

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