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Exercise and Arthritis

Exercise and arthritis? Impossible you say? Not really, with a little forethought and planning, exercise can be a valuable part of your treatment regime. In this section we'll be looking at the different ways you can exercise WITHOUT throwing yourself into a major flare. It can be a delicate balance trying to keep those joints flexible and also being able to function the next day.

Rollerblading
Ready to roll? Michael DuVall takes us blading! 		Do You Hear What I Hear?
Your responses to our exercise survey.
Walking for Fitness-It's cheap and easy (for many of us). Tai Chi-The Chinese have been doing it for thousands of years, maybe you should try it too.
Questions & Answers About Arthritis & Exercise from NIAMS-Another great fact sheet from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases.
Recommended Reading
Need to learn more? These books should help. 		Tell Us!
We want to hear what types of exercises work for you!