Modest exercise, but regular, beneficial for people with arthritis

According to the December issue of Mayo Clinic Women’s HealthSource, regular, modest exercise improves joint stability and strengthens muscles.

Achy knees and joints caused by arthritis are not reasons to stop exercising. When a person avoids exercise, joints become less mobile and the surrounding muscles shrink, causing increased fatigue and pain. Beside arthritis condition, exercise also improves mood, energy levels, sleep and day-to-day functioning. Best of all, people with arthritis who exercise regularly report less pain.