Research, Resource & Education

Table of Contents

Starting an exercise program with arthritis or pre-arthritis can be different than for an otherwise healthy adult.  This is a supplement to the Fitness Series of Home Exercise Guide for and will explain the benefits of starting an exercise program, and also some precautions or things you should not do.  This will also cover some diets and foods to eat or not eat to help decrease inflammation. 

It is recommended that if you’re new to exercising or have pre-existing health concerns, you should consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This will ensure that you receive personalized recommendations tailored to your unique health status, and potentially prevent any complications that may arise.

It is important to remember that the information presented here and in books is of an educational nature and should not be used in lieu of medical advice from your doctor and healthcare team.

Arthritis Exercise Benefits and Precautions
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Home Exercise & Nutrition Guide

Please see Home Exercise Guide for the main exercise table of content and more about the Fitness & Nutrition Series.  

The information below in is addition to the main Fitness & Nutrition Book. 

ARTHRITIS 

Type
Affected Joints
Definition
Disease Characteristics
Increased Risks
Prevention Exercise Tips
Modify or Discontinue Exercise

Osteoporosis and Exercise
Flexibility 
Strengthening/ResistanceBalance
Weight Bearing/Aerobic

Osteoarthritis & Rheumatoid Arthritis and Exercise
Flexibility
Balance Strengthening/Resistance
Isometric/Isotonic
Aerobic

Arthritis and Nutrition
Food Charts :
Arthritis – What foods to eat
Anti-inflammatory Diet Gluten Free Diet Mediterranean Diet

 

This book is for:
• Those with a diagnosis of Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis or Rheumatoid arthritis
• The beginner who has never exercised before
• The individual that has mastered the basics, but wants to know how to advance to the next level.
• Pre/post rehab individuals who would like to advance or want a list of exercise programs to follow.
• The personal trainer, physical therapist, or other coaches who would like their client to have a list of exercises that can be progressed.

This book is not for or may need modification:
• Chronic or acute disorders/injury’s that is not being followed by a health care professional. This book can be used in conjunction with a rehab program.
• If you are over 40 and have never exercises before, it is advised that a physician clears you first.
• Undiagnosed pain
• The person that does not feel they can safely modify their individual program, although can be used in conjunction with rehab or  coaches/personal trainers.
• People with the following issues that have been cleared by an MD for an exercise program or in conjunction with rehab.
       These issue will be addressed in future volumes: Cardiopulmonary, Cancer, Metabolic, 
Autoimmune and Neurological disorders.

Arthritis References

  • ACE – Fitness Professionals Guide to Training Clients with Osteoarthritis
  • American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) https://www.acsm.org/
  • Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals (Now the Rheumatologist) (ARHP) https://www.the-rheumatologist.org/article/association-of-rheumatology-professionals-new-name-but-the-commitment-remains-the-same/
  • Arthritis Foundation The Ultimate
  • Arthritis Diet by Amy Patural – www.arthritis.org/living-with-arthritis/arthritis-diet/anti- inflammatory/the-arthritis-diet.php
  • Arthritis Foundation www.arthritis.org/living-with-arthritis/exercise/
  • CDC.gov cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/physical/growing_stronger/
  • Celiac Disease Foundation celiac.org/live-gluten-free/glutenfreediet/food-options/#B3q0UllhdIeaKFky.99
  • Chewfo www.chewfo.com/diets/the-mediterranean-diet-cookbook-by-rockridge-press-2013-food-list-what-to-eat-and-foods-to- avoid/
  • David Perlmutter www.drperlmutter.com/eat/foods-that-contain-gluten/
  • Dr. Weil www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART02012/anti-inflammatory-diet
  • National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NISM) https://www.nih.gov/about-nih/what-we-do/nih-almanac/national-institute-arthritis-musculoskeletal-skin-diseases-niams
  • National Osteoporosis Foundation – (Now the Bone Health and
  • Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF)) https://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org/news/national-osteoporosis-foundation-is-now-bone-health-and-osteoporosis-foundation/
  • NIA Publications www.niapublications.org/exercisebook/chapter4_strength.htm
  • Mayo Clinic www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/gluten-free-diet/art-20048530
  • MedicineNet.com
  • Prevention https://www.prevention.com/health/diet-lowersalzheimers-risk
  • US News https://health.usnews.com/best-diet/mediterranean-diet
  • WebMD.com