The Top 13 Exercises That Fight Against Arthritis to Increase Flexibility and Reduce Pain in The Joints

5Spinal Twist

The spinal twist is another excellent exercise that promotes and improves movement especially in the hip and upper body area. BY outstretching your arms while doing it, you are also strengthening your arms and shoulder joints. This is especially recommended for those with osteoarthritis in the lumbar spine.

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6Side mermaid stretch

The side mermaid stretch lengthens and opens up your body. It is good for the lower back and excellent for people with postural scoliosis which is a deformation of the spinal muscles due to prolonged periods of poor posture that pulls the spine away from the centerline of muscles. The mermaid stretch is also great for lower back problems.

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7Bicep Curls

You have to do perform this exercise with light weights only or even a tensor band. This increases endurance, strengthens joints and builds up muscle for movement and daily activities. It will also strengthen the arms and wrists.

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8Jathara Parivatanasana or belly twist

This yoga pose is a good remedy for arthritis and joint pain. Also known as the gentle twist, it strengthens the lower back and stretches the outer hips and lower spine for flexibility and reduces joint pain. Do not perform these movements fast as they are meant to stretch your body so perform them slowly and hold the pose for 10 seconds.

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9Elliptical Machine

The elliptical workout improves endurance and builds up strength. The movement similar to walking also creates the condition of compression and decompression in the knee joints to facilitate absorption of nutrients. It also increases the flexibility and strength in arms.

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