Bushman suggests that “resistance training may be one of the most important fitness activities to reduce symptoms and protect your joints” (page #344). Dumbbells, cuff weight, and resistance bands are some tools we can do at home. In addition, aerobic and flexibility has been shown to reduce stiffness associated with arthritis. For those who like to practice low-intensity exercise, neuromotor training can help with joint proprioception (page #343 -346). However, some precautions should be considered for arthritic conditions before engaging in exercise. Problems such as flare-ups, joint instability, and laxity should be alerted immediately and the individual may need to alter his or her exercise program, or reduce the intensity of the activities (page #341
Bushman suggests that “resistance training may be one of the most important fitness activities to reduce symptoms and protect your joints” (page #344). Dumbbells, cuff weight, and resistance bands are some tools we can do at home. In addition, aerobic and flexibility has been shown to reduce stiffness associated with arthritis. For those who like to practice low-intensity exercise, neuromotor training can help with joint proprioception (page #343 -346). However, some precautions should be considered for arthritic conditions before engaging in exercise. Problems such as flare-ups, joint instability, and laxity should be alerted immediately and the individual may need to alter his or her exercise program, or reduce the intensity of the activities (page #341