Managing Arthritis in Men: How Exercise Can Improve Your Life, Mobility, and Longevity
Arthritis affects millions, almost 15% of all Australians to be precise. Whether you’re on site or working in the office or enjoying retirement, managing chronic joint pain is a truly debilitating experience. As Exercise Physiologists, we understand just how challenging this reality is for our clients. At Longevity we use our knowledge of exercise and behaviour change to get you moving your best and enjoying the best things in life.
Unfortunately for us, our advanced primate brains have become quite adept at avoiding pain. It’s no surprise that in conditions like Arthritis where chronic pain through movement is commonplace often leads to Older Australians not being physically active enough as they age. Oftentimes, this physical inactivity leads to the development of other medical conditions further hampering an individual’s health and quality of life. Arthritis increases the risk of serious comorbidities like cardiovascular disease, obesity, and other intangible conditions like negatively impacted mental health and sleep quality. Over time the impact of these issues stack up… It’s estimated that a diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis if left unmanaged can decrease lifespan by 10-15 years.
Sadly we don’t have a cure yet for any form of Arthritis, however, as Exercise Physiologists we know that exercise is one of the most powerful tools in the management of your arthritis. In may cases Exercise can hold the keys to improving your Quality of Life. Regular physical activity can reduce joint pain and stiffness in a variety of ways, through strengthening the muscles around the affected joint assisting take some of the load off the working joint, promoting the production of synovial fluid within the joint therefore lubricating the joints. Improving pain outcomes. In addition tolerable aerobic exercise is known to not only improve cardiovascular health, but directly influence an individual’s healthy weight, thereby negating other virulent comorbidities such as obesity or other chronic conditions.
At Longevity Exercise Physiology, with the vast collective knowledge and experience across the team, we have been helping change the lives of hundreds of our clients. Our goal is to help you live a healthier, happier, and longer life. If you’re ready to take control of your arthritis and improve your outcomes, contact us today to learn more about our Premium Exercise Physiology Services today.
Ready to take the first step toward increasing your fitness and lifespan? Call Longevity Exercise Physiology Ascot Vale, Burwood, Casey, Castle Hill, Coburg, Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Five Dock, Gladesville, Gungahlin, Kingsgrove, Liverpool, Macarthur Campbelltown, Macarthur Tindall, Marrickville, Neutral Bay, Penrith, Pymble, Pyrmont, Randwick, Rhodes, Rosebery today on 1300 964 002 to book your personalised session or a 15-minute free phone consultation.
Written by Denzil Noack