Dr. Kam Shojania, MD FRCPC, Rheumatologist, discusses osteoarthritis and lifestyle.
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Lifestyle with Osteoarthritis Dr. Kam Shojania, MD FRCPC, Rheumatologist, discusses osteoarthritis and lifestyle. Featuring Dr. Kam Shojania, MD, FRCPC
Duration: 1 minute, 26 seconds
Having osteoarthritis can be confusing because on one hand we say conserve your joints and protect them, and on the other hand, we say exercise.
There is a line that you have to follow between too little and too much exercise. I think most people don't exercise enough. A gentle exercise program including some walking and other things that one would enjoy, such as swimming, aerobics classes, and tai chi.
These can be helpful for people with osteoarthritis to help protect the joints, lose weight and keep strong and functional. Sometimes people need some help in terms of supportive aids, such as canes, insoles, knee splints, thumb splints, or finger splints. An occupational therapist can help fashion one of those custom or they can be bought off the shelf as well.
If you have questions about osteoarthritis and lifestyle changes, contact a local rheumatologist or family physician.
Presenter: Dr. Kam Shojania, Rheumatologist, Vancouver, BC
Local Practitioners: Rheumatologist
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