Saturday, April 11, 2009

Arthritis Rehab for Baby Boomers | Health and Wellness Needs

Author : Clydette Clayton

If you can remember how to spell "Mickey" as in Mickey Mouse, you are probably just the right age to recognize "Arthritis" That little voice that has been whispering to you lately, or even shouting at you, is your notice that it's time to take action before that nagging pain gets out of hand.

A trip to an orthopedic physician can be the first step in your plan to reclaim an active life-style that you have no intention of giving up You already know that dealing with stiff and sore knees, an aching shoulder, a painful wrist from repetitive work motions, or some crippling back pain, is a sure sign that you need more than over-the-counter pain remedies have to offer you.

You may have an idea that physical therapy is on the horizon Your friends who have been experiencing these same pains have warned you that you may have to 'bite the bullet' You may need to see the doctor What an unpleasant thought!
Before you take that step to see the Doc, you could try some very gentle exercise and stretching But don't over do it! For ladies, Curves seems to be a great program By the way, I think we need a Curves for gents.....

Arthritis Rehab for Baby Boomers | Health and Wellness Needs

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