Category: OA Action Blog
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Preventing Falls
February 13, 2019
The CDC found that those with arthritis are 2.5 times more likely to report two or more falls and suffer a fall-related injury as those without arthritis.Research has shown that increasing your physical activity can help decrease the risk of falls. This post features examples of physical activities that are known to build strength and improve balance and flexibility to help people with arthritis reduce the risk – and fear – of falling.
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Arthritis and Physical Activity
February 1, 2019
Physical activity is beneficial for people with arthritis and can help to lower pain, improve functional ability and more! Read on to learn how physical activity can help you manage arthritis.
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Can My Weight Make My Joint Pain Worse?
January 11, 2019
For people with arthritis, added weight increases joint pain. It can destroy the cartilage of the joints, especially hips and knees. Learn how you can relieve pain and other symptoms in this post.
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Standing UP 2 OA in Basketball with Injury Prevention
June 22, 2018
In this interview, we speak with basketball star and OAAA Honorary Co-Chair Lennie Rosenbluth on how basketball is Standup UP 2 OA!
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OA Action Blog
April 16, 2018