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| How to prevent the progressive deterioration of joints in osteoarthritis? |
| Osteoarthritic joints are subjected to some degree of deteroriaton; therefore they must be used carefully, avoiding overload and overexertion. |  |
| Use other stronger and less damaged joints, do moderate exercise during painfree periods and rest during painful outbreaks. | | | | Relieve the joints of legs and feet by using canes, walkers or crutches. | | | It is essential to avoid overload due to overweight (obesity); weight loss usually improves the symptoms of osteoarthritis. |
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| Is physical activity beneficial for osteoarthritis? |
| Physical exercise is very beneficial for arthritis: walking, biking, and swimming moderately on a regular basis (several times a week for about 30 minutes). If the exercise results in pain or pain lasts more than an hour after finishing the exercise, its intensity should be reduced. Keep in mind that you should rest during an outbreak of pain.
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