4. Warmth
Another common symptom of enthesopathy is heat emanating from the affected joint. This heat occurs due to bleeding underneath the surface of the skin, in-between the joint and the ligaments. The additional blood flow in the area leads to sensations of warmth, and the joint may feel warm to the touch.
Patients experiencing the onset of heat symptoms emanating from the joint should consider the use of anti-inflammatories, to bring down the swelling and limit the bleeding. The swelling and warmth may also occur due to an increase in synovial fluid, occupying the space in the joint. Anti-Inflammatory will also help to bring down the swelling and reduce the production of synovial fluid.
Using the RICE formula, (Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation), may help to reduce the amount of swelling in the affected joint. Ice helps reduce the presence of any edema, as well as limit internal bleeding in the affected region. Keep the joint elevated as often as possible to reduce swelling, and you should notice the heat sensations subside after a few days.