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[s-A] Dr. Mercola: Arthritis, MS, Etc. Makes Exercise Difficult- Here

Are Solutions

 

I would also add rebounding for those who perhaps can't walk, and

especially recommend trampolines with walker style grips on both

sides. I also suggest supervised pool time. Use a floatation

device to make sure the head is always above water, for those who

are seriously ill.

 

Other comments?

Misty L. Trepke

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Do Arthritis, MS or Other Conditions Make Exercise Difficult? Here's

What Can Help

 

By Dr. Joseph Mercola with Rachael Droege

 

Exercise is one of the most important factors in leading a healthy

life. It is also something that can be added to almost any lifestyle

because there are so many different ways to get your exercise each

day. Even if you are struggling with an illness such as arthritis,

osteoporosis or multiple sclerosis (MS) that makes more common forms

of exercise difficult, there are exercises that can help.

 

 

Most people facing chronic pain or stiffness tend to lower their

activity level. However, this if often one of the worst things you

can do since inactivity can cause your muscles to become weaker and

can actually increase pain and stiffness.

 

 

Exercises such as running and using an elliptical machine, although

great for the cardiovascular system, may be too strenuous for people

facing certain conditions. In this case, lower impact exercises like

walking, tai chi and yoga can not only give you the physical

benefits of exercise but may also help to alleviate some pain or

stiffness.

 

 

Walking

 

 

Walking is a great way to start out exercising because it is very

low impact and can be done at any fitness level. Of course, the

faster and longer you walk the greater the conditioning benefits

will be, but studies have shown improvements with even moderate

intensity walking. So, even if you are unable to walk quickly or for

long distances, you will receive some benefit just from walking. You

should start at a pace that is comfortable for you and gradually

work your way up as much as possible.

 

 

Studies have found that walking regularly over a long period of time

can reduce your risk of stroke, diabetes and osteoporosis and is

useful in treating arthritis, high blood pressure and even

depression. Studies have even found that it burns the same amount of

calories per hour as running, and it is not as strenuous on the body.

 

 

In fact, most people don't even look at walking as exercise. Instead

they see it as an enjoyable part of their day that they can use to

reflect if walking alone or to socialize if walking with a partner.

 

 

Tai Chi

 

 

Tai chi is a form of Chinese martial arts that works out your entire

body through a series of slow movements. It is very low impact,

making it easy on the body, yet it provides many health benefits.

 

 

Studies have shown that tai chi stimulates the central nervous

system, lowers blood pressure, relieves stress, tones muscles and

helps with digestion and waste elimination. Plus, according to

traditional Chinese medicine tai chi helps to channel chi, or

intrinsic energy, through your body's energy meridians, helping it

to remain healthy. Longtime readers of this newsletter will

recognize that EFT can also help to keep energy moving through these

meridians.

 

 

In a study published in the September 2003 Journal of Rheumatology

older women with osteoarthritis were able to perform tai chi

exercises for 12 weeks and they noticed great improvements in their

arthritic symptoms, balance, and physical functioning.

 

 

Yoga

 

 

Yoga, like tai chi, is not only beneficial for your body but is can

also help you to relax and improve your mood. It involves gentle

exercises designed to soothe joints and muscles along with improving

other body systems and organs.

 

 

Yoga is widely used as a natural form of pain relief because it is

thought to help regulate the brain's pain center and its attention

to breathing is calming and reduces tension, which can help with

pain management.

 

 

Many yoga teachers offer routines specifically designed for certain

conditions, such as arthritis or back pain, so you can look for a

program that fits your specific needs.

 

 

Yoga can be challenging so it is best to start out slowly and

gradually ease your way into a more trying routine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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