I have osteo arthritis does any one have any good exercises i can do. I need to lose weight?

Because osteoarthritis (OA) cannot be cured, treatment concentrates on pain management, improving function and slowing the degeneration of joints. Knowledge about the likely course of OA may help people preserve or improve function of joints and learn ways to manage the condition.

Many OA treatment methods may also be used to slow the progress of joint degeneration or prevent further damage. For instance, many lifestyle factors can be adjusted for OA, including getting adequate amounts of sleep, resting when experiencing fatigue, avoiding activities that place stress on the joints and wearing appropriate shoes and clothing.

Regular exercise can help maintain muscle tone and improve flexibility and range of motion for joints. Research indicates that exercise may slow progression of OA and strengthen cartilage in the joints.

There's some great information on exercise and therapy at the link below:

http://pain.health.ivillage.com/arthritis/osteoart...

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The absolute best exercise for someone with osteo-arthritis is water aerobics in a heated pool because it is not weight bearing and easy on your joints yet provides resistance to you muscles. If you do not have access to a pool then getting on a stationary bike can help but won't burn as many calories as walking would. Mix in some resistance training with weight machines to build some lean muscle mass to increase your metabolism. I think you would find power yoga difficult at first until you get yourself in a little better shape.

I have osteo arthritis and I have the same problems with my weight. Swimming is the key. And water exercises. Do jumping jacks in the water, hike in the water, ski in the water, keep going. Also, I am finding that if I take an anti-inflamatory just before I go to the pool, I can exercise longer. It's hard, but I'm losing a pound a week. Good luck.

Imagine for a moment your arthritis completely vanishing right now.

If, in a moment, your pain and stiffness melted away. And your joints all of a sudden functioned like a well-oiled machine.

Like a magic wand was waived, you'd be able to jump up from your chair and run around the room like a kid.

And imagine that you'd never have to suffer as much as a pinch of arthritis stiffness or pain ever again.

I know this sounds impossible right now, but bear with me, because sometimes miracles happen.

It was a gift from a woman on the other side of the world. From the kindness of her heart, she took pity on my suffering and taught me how to completely reverse my arthritis.

Today, I want to do the same for you!

Well swimming is great but you could also try a pool exercise program. Check with your local Arthritis Association for a program near you. You can also find exercise program videos especially for people who have mobility problems.

I have degenerative disk disease and bad knees(torn cartilage) I know its impossible to get off the floor when your knees are gone so chair exercise is a better choice.

Good luck ! You can get better, believe in yourself.

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