Arthritis Foundation
Exercise Program
The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program will be offered starting Monday,
September 27th, 2010 at 10:30am and it will be held at West
Burnsville Baptist Church. Developed by physical therapists specifically
for people with arthritis, this low-impact, joint-safe exercise program has
been documented to help decrease arthritis pain and relieve stiffness while
increasing flexibility and range of motion.
The program is taught by Arthritis Foundation-certified instructors, each of
whom have completed in-depth training on arthritis and the Arthritis
Foundation Exercise Program.
During the eight week session, participants will go through a series of
gentle movements and activities designed to increase mobility and range of
motion. This low-impact class is suitable for every fitness level and can
be taken either sitting down or standing.
“In addition to reducing pain and stiffness, the Arthritis Foundation
Exercise Program helps people with arthritis keep joints flexible, maintain
muscle strength and build overall stamina,” said Mella Matheson of the
Arthritis Foundation Carolinas Chapter. Results are backed by research
studies. In one study, individuals who attended the class for four months
reduced their pain by 24 percent and increased confidence in their ability
to continue activities by 22 percent.
If you think you have arthritis, the Arthritis Foundation urges you to seek
an early and specific diagnosis. With more than 100 forms of arthritis and
related diseases, a specific diagnosis is critical because each form
requires a different treatment plan.
Pre-registration for the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program is necessary
and enrollment is limited. The registration deadline is Friday, September
24th. For more information contact Cindi Renfro at 682-6011 or
678-3581. Before starting any exercise program, always check with your
physician.
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