The Golden Rule of Rheumatoid Arthritis Joint Health: Keep Moving!
Keep this checklist in mind
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Do not start exercising without warming up first
- Consider performing low-impact exercises such as walking, swimming or bicycling on a regular basis
- Work on your ‘range of motion’ by performing daily exercises to stretch your muscles
- Add core strengthening exercises, such as yoga or Pilates, to your routine
- Aim for proper posture by trying to always stand or sit up straight
- Consume plenty of fish to help lower inflammation and alleviate joint pain and stiffness associated with RA
- Consume plenty of calcium and vitamin D in order to keep your bones strong
- Treat any joint injuries immediately
- Alleviate joint pain by getting plenty of rest and relaxing in between periods of exercise;
- Know your limits
In order to keep your joints healthy, you should always move, move, and move some more. Remember, some exercise is better than none!