Easing Arthritis Part 5

I eluded to this a couple of days ago, but did not go into very much when I was talking about breathing. Exercise is essential if you have arthritis. Many people think that exercise will actually make the problem worse. This is just not true.

In fact simple exercise is essential for proper functioning of an arthritic joint. Start with stretches to the joints affected and work up slow and easy.

Some of the more helpful exercises for arthritic joints are swimming and walking. Again start out slow and only walk for 5 minutes. Increase your time each day by a minute or two. This slow process will find you moving with less pain and better function of the joints. Many people get a lot of relief from water aerobics.

Another great exercise for arthritis is bicycling. Just don't overdo and start slow and easy.