Physical treatments for painful conditions — stretching and strengthening exercises, cardiovascular exercise, splints, physical aids, and more — are a cornerstone of self-management. Learn how they can help
Exercise 101: Finding the Right Exercise
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While most people develop natural movement and agility in their youth, it is never too late to try different ways to exercise and be physically active.
Hip and Groin Injuries in Athletes
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Researchers studied the functional and performance differences between athletes with hip and groin injuries and those without, for prevention and treatment.
Iyengar Yoga
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A branch of yoga developed by B.K.S. Iyengar that uses various poses, or asanas, to align the physical body as well as unite the body, mind, and spirit. Props such as straps, pillows, and blocks are often used to help people with limited flexibility perform the poses with minimal risk of injury. Iyengar yoga may […]
Weight-bearing Exercise
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In weight-bearing exercise, the body remains upright and works against gravity, which strengthens the bones and helps guard against osteoporosis, or thinning of the bones. The National Osteoporosis Foundation defines two basic categories of weight-bearing exercise. High-impact activities include hiking, jogging, running, tennis, jumping rope, dancing, and performing high-impact aerobic routines. Some people may be […]
Body-mass Index
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Body-mass index (BMI) is a measure of weight divided by height. Adults who have a BMI of 25 to 29.9 are considered overweight, and those with a BMI of 30 or higher are considered obese. Being overweight or obese can predispose people to a number of chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. Excess […]
Exercise & Arthritis
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Moving when you have painful arthritis can seem counterintuitive. Who wants to move when aches and pains rule? However, regular exercise can lessen pain and energize you—two big positives when you have arthritis. “Moving helps lubricate joints, decrease inflammation, and control your weight,” says Laura Keller, MPT. She’s the director of rehabilitation at the Stone […]
Visceral Fat
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The fat that surrounds the body’s internal organs. Excess visceral fat has been shown to increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and dementia. Recent research suggests that it may worsen chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a breathing disorder. Visceral fat tends to accumulate in the abdomen, yielding what is often called […]
Choosing Home-Exercise Equipment
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Dr. Kelly Homlar often shares an exercise fundamental with her patients that she says astounds many of them. Homlar, who is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Georgia Regents University, says that for every pound of weight you lose, the force on your joints decreases by four pounds. Just imagine feeling […]
Yoga and RA
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Although many people with arthritis are interested in yoga, many of them (and their rheumatologists) are still unfamiliar with the practice and wary about the possibility of injury. You may see pictures of people standing with one leg above their heads and think “yoga and my arthritis simply won’t mix.” But one of the advantages […]
The Feldenkrais Method: A Stress-Free Exercise for People With Arthritis
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“…the Feldenkrais Method can undo many of the aches and pains that plague us, and I currently recommend it to patients whose movement has been restricted by injury or chronic pain. I also believe the Feldenkrais Method can help older people achieve greater range of motion and flexibility, and help all of us feel more […]
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