Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, affecting 31 million people in the U.S., says Marcy O'Koon, senior director, consumer health, Arthritis Foundation. The degenerative joint disease ...

Water-based exercises like walking, jumping jacks, and back wall glide may help boost strength and cardio fitness without putting too much pressure on your joints. Exercising in water can provide a ...

Joint health doesn’t have to be a passive drift into stiffness and discomfort. In fact, research shows that even just 45 minutes per week of moderate‐intensity activity is associated with improved ...

Targeted exercises can improve symptoms of knee osteoarthritis like pain and stiffness, protect cartilage, and slow the rate ...

Hip pain can be especially disruptive to everyday life. If you're suffering you may experience loss of motion range, decreased strength and pain that hinders your ability to walk or run. Sore hips can ...

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Fitness pros share their favorite exercises to do in the swimming pool. (Getty Creative) Let’s be honest: The last thing you want to do on a hot summer day is go for a run. But just because the pool ...

Gentle exercises can ease stiffness and improve strength and flexibility for people with rheumatoid arthritis. Low-impact activities like walking, cycling, and swimming are recommended for those with ...

A recent meta-analysis examined 217 trials involving 15,684 participants and six types of exercise to manage knee ...

Hip and knee pain often stem from arthritis, a condition affecting over 100 types, with osteoarthritis being most common. Early diagnosis by a rheumatologist is key. Treatment involves lifestyle ...