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Exercises & Arthritis Arthritis is a disease that can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in joints It doesn't mean that you face a future of restricted activity It means that you need to get input from a trained professional to design a safe exercise plan.

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Page 1: Exercising With Arthritis

Exercises & ArthritisArthritis is a disease that can cause pain,

stiffness, and swelling in jointsIt doesn't mean that you face a future of

restricted activityIt means that you need to get input from a

trained professional to design a safe exercise plan.

Page 2: Exercising With Arthritis

Exercises & ArthritisYOU NEED :Range-of-motion exercises, like dancing or

stretching, for joint movement and flexibility Strengthening exercises, such as weight

training, to increase and maintain muscle strength

Aerobic or endurance exercises, like walking or bicycle riding, to improve cardiovascular fitness, help control weight, and improve overall function

Page 3: Exercising With Arthritis

Exercises & ArthritisRegular exercise provide numerous benefits :

Reducing joint pain/inflammation Increasing flexibilityImprove muscle strengthMore enduranceKeep your weight under controlMake you feel better physically and

psychologically