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Inflammatory Arthritis

Yoga for Arthritis : An Introduction

Yoga for Arthritis : An Introduction

Through research conducted at the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center and elsewhere, yoga has shown promise for improving arthritis symptoms, physical fitness, mental health and quality of life. However, in order to be safe and effective, yoga must also be appropriate for people living with arthritis. While there are many ways that yoga poses can be adapted, a chair is a readily available tool that makes yoga more accessible. Dr. Steffany Moonaz will guide you through these videos, which can be used one at a time or in sequence, depending on how much time you have and what you want to practice. It includes information on posture, breathing, movement, yoga poses that are done seated and standing, and a relaxation.

Is Aerobic Exercise the Best Overall Exercise for Arthritis?

Is Aerobic Exercise the Best Overall Exercise for Arthritis?

Dr. Rebecca Manno explains how it’s not all about sticking to a particular exercise when you have RA; it’s about finding what exercise is right for you.

Will Exercise Cause Damage to my Joints or Cause an Arthritis Flare?

Will Exercise Cause Damage to my Joints or Cause an Arthritis Flare?

Dr. Rebecca Manno talks about how research has shown that exercise helps joints with arthritis.

Yoga for Arthritis : Chair Yoga for Improved Mobility

Yoga for Arthritis : Chair Yoga for Improved Mobility

In this yoga sequence, Dr. Moonaz takes you through the movement of all major joints of the body. This can be a great activity for mornings to reduce stiffness or as a warm-up to any kind of exercise or a longer yoga practice. You can also use any of these movements throughout the day if you are starting to feel stiff or just need a little bit of movement in your day.

My Doctor Told Me to Lose Weight but I can’t Exercise Because My Knees Hurt, What Can I Do?

My Doctor Told Me to Lose Weight but I can't Exercise Because My Knees Hurt, What Can I Do?

Dr. Rebecca Manno defines the importance of nutrition and exercise in RA patients and how you can incorporate them both into your lifestyle.

Joint Injections: Step by Step Procedure

Joint Injections: Step by Step Procedure

This video covers the step by step procedure of a joint injection.

Yoga for Arthritis : Seated Yoga Postures

Yoga for Arthritis : Seated Yoga Postures

This video contains a few yoga poses that can be done seated in a chair. You’ll want one chair to sit on and another in front of you to put your feet on. Alternatively, these poses can also be done sitting on the floor if you feel comfortable doing so. You may also want something like a strap, a belt, or a necktie to hold into in some of the poses. These gentle poses can help to stretch the back of the legs and bring more movement into the spine.

Do I Have to Lose Weight for Exercise to Have Health Benefits?

Do I Have to Lose Weight for Exercise to Have Health Benefits?

Finding out what exercise program is best for you is so important. Dr. Rebecca Manno lets us know why you don’t have to lose weight when on an exercise routine since there are so many other benefits you can gain.

Joint Injections: What You Need To Know

Joint Injections: What You Need To Know

Dr. Myma Albayda, Director of the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and Injection Clinic, talks about what a joint injection is, why a patient would benefit from it, what the risks are, as well as what the procedure entails.

RA Flares: Tips on Self-managing a Flare

RA Flares: Tips on Self-managing a Flare

Dr. Uzma Haque goes over some self-management techniques to help alleviate the symptoms of a flare.

For Exercise to Be Effective, Do I Have to Do Several Hours a Day, Seven Days a Week?

For Exercise To Be Effective, Do I Have to Do Several Hours a Day, Seven Days a Week?

Dr. Rebecca Manno busts this misconception by letting us know the benefits of any amount of exercise.

Discussing the Risk of Infection in Patients with Rheumatic Diseases

Discussing the Risk of Infection in Patients with Rheumatic Diseases

Patients with a rheumatic disease are at a higher risk for infection due to their disease or medications. Dr. Chris Mecoli from the Division of Rheumatology speaks with Dr. Erika Darrah about steps a patient could take in order to prevent infections.

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