Can exercise reduce arthritis pain?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:Exercise can help reduce stiffness and relieve arthritis pain. Ask your doctor or physical therapist about developing a program of gentle stretching, low-impact aerobics, or a therapeutic yoga class. You may need to build up your strength gradually, including resting between activities.Exercise can help reduce stiffness and relieve arthritis pain. Ask your doctor or physical therapist about developing a program of gentle stretching, low-impact aerobics, or a therapeutic yoga class. You may need to build up your strength... More -
Exercise can significantly reduce arthritis pain in older women. Older people can improve their chances of staying pain-free from arthritis by exercising regularly, according to a study that looked at 8,750 Australian women in different age groups: 48 to 55 years and 72 to 79 years. The researchers stressed that findings showed that increased exercise led to less pain, as those who exercised 2 1/2 hours a week reported less discomfort from arthritis than those women who exercised one hour and 15 minutes.Exercise can significantly reduce arthritis pain in older women. Older people can improve their chances of staying pain-free from arthritis by exercising regularly, according to a study that looked at 8,750 Australian women in different age groups:... More
