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Move Your Body And Fight Arthritis, Four Types Of Exercise Can Help

Treat Arthritis And Rheumatic Diseases

MedicalNewsToday.com

Article Date: 14 Aug 2010 - 1:00 PDT

People with arthritis who exercise have less pain, more energy,

improved sleep, and better day-to-day function, according to the

American College of Rheumatology.

One form of arthritis, osteoarthritis, is the most common form of

joint disease in humans and is a leading cause of disability among the

elderly. Osteoarthritis is a slowly progressive joint disease

typically seen in middle-age to elderly people. It occurs when the

joint cartilage breaks down, causing the underlying bone to fail. OA

symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, knobby swelling, cracking

noises with joint movements and decreased function. It typically

affects the joints of the hands and spine and weight-bearing joints

such as the hips and knees.

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