1. Be active. Research has shown that physical activity decreases pain,
improves function, and delays disability. Make sure you get at least
30 minutes of moderate physical activity 5 days a week. You can get
activity in 10-minute intervals.
2. Watch your weight. The prevalence of arthritis increases with
increasing weight. Research suggests that maintaining a healthy
weight reduces the risk of developing arthritis and may decrease
disease progression. A loss of just 11 pounds can decrease the
occurrence of new knee osteoarthritis.
3. See your doctor. Although there is no cure for most types of arthritis,
early diagnosis and appropriate management are important, especially
for inflammatory types of arthritis.
4. Protect your joints. Joint injury can lead to osteoarthritis. People who
experience sports or occupational injuries or have jobs with repetitive
motions like repeated knee bending have more osteoarthritis. Avoid
joint injury to reduce your risk of developing osteoarthritis.
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1. Be active. Research has shown that physical activity decreases
pain, improves function, and delays disability. Make
sure you get at least 30 minutes of moderate physical
activity 5 days a week. You can get ...
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1. Be active. Research has shown that physical activity decreases pain,
