Why You Believe Your Knees Can Predict The Weather

Pressure Changes Have Massive Effects On The Body

I had multiple knee surgeries before I graduated high school, and to this day, I swear my knees can predict the weather. I also know I'm not the only one who feels this way. Any time the weather drastically changes, I have severe joint pain, I'm extremely fatigued, massive headaches aren't uncommon, and my blood pressure goes into a cycle all on its own. Again, I know I'm not alone in this, and not just because I've heard all of my grandparents complain about the same thing. There's actual science behind these changes. When barometric pressure changes (the weight of the air around us), especially before storms, body tissue will expand, leading to several of these symptoms. This pressure change is generally worse when dropping from high pressure to low pressure. Creating sensitivity in the nerves, symptoms can also include dizziness, fluid imbalance, and multiple issues for those with chronic illnesses.

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You're Tired For A Reason

If you've noticed you're tired for no apparent reason, this could also be due to the storms rolling in. When pressure drops, the weight of the air around us is lighter, allowing for the air and fluids in our bodies to expand.  In contrast, this also causes stress on the nerves and tissues throughout our bodies. It doesn't take much, but those old scars and injuries will certainly remind you they're present when the pressure drops. This is also why sinus headaches are so common before a storm. Our sinuses are filled with air, and as the pressure drops, our bodies naturally want to push out the excess air. Scientists continue to research these connections.