10 simple adjustments protect joints with rheumatoid arthritis

10 simple adjustments that people with rheumatoid arthritis can make to protect their joints without sacrificing physical activity:

1. Choose low-impact exercises that don’t stress the joints, such as walking, biking, or swimming.
2. Properly condition muscles before you challenge yourself in your workouts.
3. Work out for a shorter time and at a lesser intensity when you're having a flare-up or are experiencing pain and swelling.
4. Try exercising in several short bursts throughout the day rather than one long workout session.
5. Create a routine that combines aerobic activity and resistance exercises that build muscle to help you avoid an overuse injury.
6. Always warm up properly before you exercise.
7. Always cool down afterward.
8. Add flexibility exercises to your routine to help increase range of motion.
9. Wear good athletic shoes that offer shock absorption and support for your feet.
10. Try other types of water therapy, like walking in a pool, when the condition is very active, if you're having a flare, or if your rheumatoid arthritis is very severe.

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