| Arthritis sufferers should consult with their doctor | | | | - a nutritious diet |
| before beginning an exercise regimen. The | | | | - proper medication |
| recommended kinds and quantity of exercise will | | | | Arthritis treatment also consists of medical advice for: |
| involve the following conditions: | | | | - correct joint use |
| - the joints affected | | | | - how to conserve physical energy |
| - the extent of inflammation | | | | - various methods of reducing pain |
| - joint stability | | | | What Are The Best Exercises for People With |
| - a medical history involving joint replacement or joint | | | | Arthritis? |
| surgery | | | | Arthritis sufferers can perform any of these |
| A good individual exercise program beneficial to the | | | | exercises safely: |
| treatment and rehabilitation of arthritis patients can | | | | - Range-of-motion exercises (e.g., dancing) - these |
| be drawn up by a rheumatologist or physical | | | | types of exercises are beneficial to sustaining and |
| therapist. | | | | enhancing joint flexibility and suppleness of |
| Do Arthritis Sufferers Need To Exercise? | | | | surrounding tissue. They prevent stiffness, and guide |
| A lot of research has shown evidence that exercise | | | | the joints in performing regular day-to-day motions. |
| can have positive effects on people suffering from | | | | - Strengthening exercises (e.g., weight training) - |
| arthritis. Some of these benefits include: | | | | these exercises build-up strength in the muscles for |
| - reduction of joint pain and joint stiffness | | | | optimal support and protection of arthritic joints. |
| - increased flexibility | | | | - Aerobic or endurance workouts (e.g., cycling) - |
| - development of muscle strength | | | | aerobic activity boosts cardiovascular health, fights |
| - enhanced of vascular health | | | | obesity, and improves general physical condition. |
| - improvement in endurance | | | | It is imperative for arthritis sufferers to control their |
| Further, exercise prevents obesity and promotes | | | | weight in order to lessen stress and pressure on the |
| physical and emotional well-being. | | | | affected joints. Studies have shown that joint |
| Incorporating Exercise as Arthritis Treatment | | | | inflammation is reduced from regular aerobic exercise. |
| Doctors recommend exercise as part of a broad | | | | A majority of health clubs and community centres |
| spectrum of arthritis treatments. Some of these | | | | provide special exercise programs for those with |
| treatments may involve: | | | | physical infirmities like arthritis. |
| - rest and recreation nutritious diet | | | | |