Exercising Tips for Seniors with Arthritis

Regular exercise is important for people of all ages. For older adults, exercise can help them stay fit and active, both physically as well as mentally. Have you ever wondered if exercising is good for seniors with arthritis? The answer is, definitely! Even though diseases like arthritis can cause extreme joint pain, regular exercise actually helps decrease the pain, partly by building up muscles surrounding the joint to take pressure from it and partly by helping keep the joint mobile and preventing tendons and muscles from stiffening. You need to remember that there are certain tips to consider for ensuring your aging loved one’s safety. Here are a few of them.
  • Begin with slow and light exercises. Due to joint pains, your aging loved one may find it difficult to practice their daily exercise routine with ease. Try to encourage them to start slow. A few minutes a day at the beginning is a start, and by slowly increasing how much or how long they exercise, soon they will have the confidence to move even more.
  • Exercises can take a lot of forms, not just being confined to gyms or fitness clubs. It may also include activities like a regular walk in the neighborhood, joining a low-impact aerobics class, taking Tae Chi or Yoga and much more. Make sure to consult their doctor to find out which suitable exercises would be a good place to start and if the doctor has any restrictions. Getting them moving is a start. Light cleaning around the house or a small bit of gardening can be a first step.  
  • Seniors suffering from arthritis are likely to suffer from a higher level of pain when they wake in the morning. Exercising right before bed can even increase the muscle and joint pain as it stiffens as they sleep. You may have to experiment a bit to find out the right time for your senior family member to exercise to lower their pain. 
It is always important for someone is there to accompany your loved one with daily exercise routine to ensure their safety. If you are unable to be a constant companion because of work, family or responsibilities, consider hiring professional help in the form of caregivers. An experienced in-home care provider will assist and encourage your aging loved one to exercise regularly. In addition, they will also help them with any of the basic daily living tasks, such as bathing, dressing, eating, and even mobility, as needed.

For the best Home Care Assistance in Morris, contact a senior care organization like Always Best Care.

For more information, call them at (862) 772-7047.

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