Low-Impact Activities Other exercises that are easy on the knees include biking, swimming, and water aerobics. Water exercise takes weight off painful joints. Many community and hospital wellness centers, gyms, and pools offer classes for people with arthritis. Being active may also help you lose weight, which takes pressure off joints. For favorite activities, like golf, ask your doctor or physical therapist about how to modify painful moves. How Much Exercise? Thirty minutes a day is a good goal. Start small, such as 10 minutes every other day. If you dont have pain, exercise more to meet the goal. When you start to exercise, some mild muscle soreness is normal. Its OK to work through it. Check with your doctor if you want to try over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxen to help the soreness. Ice can also help. Dont ignore pain in your joints, though. Contact your doctor if you have any.
Posted on: Sun, 10 Aug 2014 07:58:12 +0000
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