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Exercise helps ease arthritis pain and stiffness
Why exercise is vital
Check with your doctor first
Content
Check with your health care provider first
Tips to protect your joints
Don't overdo
When starting an arthritis exercise program, know what to do and how much to do for best results.
Why exercise is needed
Check with your healthcare professional first
Exercises for arthritis
Range-of-motion exercises
Strengthening exercises
Aerobic exercise
Balance and mindful movement exercise
Other activities
Tips to protect joints
Don't overdo it
Exercise programs for people with arthritis
Check with your doctor first
Content
Check with your health care provider first
Tips to protect your joints
Don't overdo
When starting an arthritis exercise program, know what to do and how much to do for best results.
Why exercise is needed
Check with your healthcare professional first
Exercises for arthritis
Range-of-motion exercises
Strengthening exercises
Aerobic exercise
Balance and mindful movement exercise
Other activities
Tips to protect joints
Don't overdo it
Exercise programs for people with arthritis
Check with your health care provider first
Talk to your care provider about making exercise a part of your treatment. The best exercises depend on the type of arthritis and which joints the arthritis is in. A member of your health care team, such as a physical therapist, can work with you to find the exercise plan that's best for you.
