Exercise Beats Arthritis
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1998, paper
ISBN 978-0-923521-45-5
Current medical and scientific evidence shows that exercise is one of the most useful and direct methods that anyone can use to combat most forms of arthritis. Exercise Beats Arthritis offers a well-organized program that will help arthritis sufferers of all ages manage the problems of living with this condition. Over 225 photographs make the instructions for each group of exercises clear and easy to follow.
- Minimizes the pain and limitations of arthritis
- Keeps joints mobile and increases muscle strength
- Strengthens bones and fragments
Rave Reviews
"...outlines a solid exercise foundation for those suffering from conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, bursitis, and tendonitis..." —The Cleveland Plain Dealer
"This is an excellent book...it presents a simple set of exercises that can be done by nearly everyone with arthritis in just a few minutes a day." —Kate Lorig, R.N., Dr.P.H. Stanford University School of Medicine
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - What Is Arthritis?
Chapter 2 - Let's Find Out About...
Chapter 3 - Your Exercise Program
Chapter 4 - Morning Wake-Up
Chapter 5 - Warm Up
Chapter 6 - Neck
Chapter 7 - Arms
Chapter 8 - Hands
Chapter 9 - Back
Chapter 10 - Hips
Chapter 11 - Knees
Chapter 12 - Feet
Chapter 13 - Cool Down
Chapter 14 - Water Exercise
Chapter 15 - Aerobic Exercise
Chapter 16 - Relaxation
Chapter 17 - Using Your Body
Authors
Valerie Sayce is the physical activities educator at the Australian Arthritis Foundation in Victoria, Australia.
Ian Fraser is the author of numerous handbooks for teachers. Both live in Victoria.