I’ve had RA for ten years, and haven’t taken regular medication for the last few, primarily because I began – and stuck with – a regular workout routine supplemented instead by the occasional OTC painkiller. However, I’m only 22, and am wondering how this will affect me into my adult years and then as a senior. I don’t want joint damage, but I also don’t want a regimen of medication that isn’t entirely necessary and could have damaging side-effects. Will exercise always – or ever – be enough to keep my symptoms under control and my joints in the best possible shape?
I’d prefer answers from knowledgeable experts or those with first-hand experience, please. Thank you!
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I am both a physical therapist and my GF has had RA for several years. I can tell you that keeping your joints moving is the most critical thing to do. You can do that with regular exercise, focus on resistence training and stretching. One excellent activity to do is Yoga. If you did Yoga (or Pilates) 2-3 times a week that would be extremely benficial. Also if you suspect that things are worsening DO NOT hesitate to go see your rheumatologist ASAP. There are new drugs that can really help people with RA live a perfectly normal life. I see it everyday with my GF. Hope that helps.
by: Dennis R
on: 7th May 07
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I am both a physical therapist and my GF has had RA for several years. I can tell you that keeping your joints moving is the most critical thing to do. You can do that with regular exercise, focus on resistence training and stretching. One excellent activity to do is Yoga. If you did Yoga (or Pilates) 2-3 times a week that would be extremely benficial. Also if you suspect that things are worsening DO NOT hesitate to go see your rheumatologist ASAP. There are new drugs that can really help people with RA live a perfectly normal life. I see it everyday with my GF. Hope that helps.
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