Hey guys, my best friend was recently diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis and she's always been a really active girl. Lately she's been having alot of pain, and i just wanna help her. Any ideas? Thanks.
2007-08-21 21:01:36 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
The best exercise for her would be swimming In warm water. This is going to help with the flexibility of the joints without putting any pressure on them.
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2007-08-22 00:22:43 · answer #1 · answered by Cherokee Billie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Exercise is the most beneficial thing for your body. Even patients of rheumatoid arthritis can benefit from it. But they should not do every type of exercise, since some can cause more harm than good. They should select exercises that strengthen the muscles but do not harm the joints. One of the best exercises for all is walking. It is an excellent low impact activity and does not exert unnecessary pressure on the joints. The other good exercises are biking or walking in a pool.
http://www.arthritisinfo4u.com/category/5-Ways-to-Deal-With-Rheumatoid-Arthritis.html
2007-08-23 16:24:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋