Physical activity may help reduce arthritis pain
April 15, 2008 by Marijke Durning, RN
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
I know – if your joints are aching and you are stiff and sore, one of the last things that might cross your mind is to get some exercise. But, as odd as it sounds, physical activity may actually reduce or relieve arthritis pain.
First – always check with your doctor before starting any exercise program to be sure that you won’t cause any harm to yourself, but once you have the go-ahead, you just may find yourself feeling better.
This article, Physical Activity Is Natural Pain Reliever For Arthritis, reviews the findings of a study published in the journal, Arthritis Care and Research.
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If I could move perhaps I could exercise-since both of my hips were frozen, I had no choice but to have replacements placed-this is hoping I then may be able to exercise to relieve my pain-physical activity is all well and good-providing that one is able to do it. After 43 years of nursing the wear and tear on one’s body causes all sorts of physical problems, not the least arthritis-exercise is really great,if appropriate.
Works for me! Since I sold my store and left my relatively sedentary suburban life to acquire a 200 acre farm for retirement, I’ve been quite active improving and maintaining my house and land. And my arthritis does not bother me nearly as much as it used to. I’ve even been able to discontinue all pain relievers, such as Aleve, for all but occasional use.
@dropspinner – I hear you. It’s a vicious circle, if you hurt too much you can’t exercise, if you can’t exercise, you may hurt more. I hope your replacements happen soon and all works out for you.
@Dan Z – that’s great to hear!
I have just started on an exercise program and I am sure it will alleviate some of my pain. it just makes sense, and my heart goes out to all those in pain. I usually take a pain killer prior to exercise and I am very careful not to overdo exercise. Everything in moderation.
thanks for sharing!
very interesting, thanks for sharing.
Just an update, exercise in moderation has been working well for me. Taking a pain killer prior to exercise seems to be working for me, but I still remember, everything in moderation.
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a pain free New Year.