Common Questions About Arthritis

What kind of exercise regimens can help improve osteoarthritis?

Question: What kind of exercise regimens can help improve osteoarthritis? What are the most important guidelines for an anti-pain exercise regimen?

Answer: The best type of exercises are those that make you feel good when you are finished with them. Therefore, they should move your joints, flex your muscles, get your blood flowing, and give you energy.

The most important guidelines are to find something you like. Do it on a regular basis and stop before you reach the point of fatigue or post-exercise pain.

Obviously, you have to experiment. Most of all, find joy in your exercise. It will help you feel great and improve many symptoms of your osteoarthritis. It can also help you live longer, with a higher quality of life.

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