THE PAULA METHOD

Arthritis is a classification of the diseases that are categorized as ones that occur in the joints between bones and cause pain, stiffness and swelling. The joints that connect bones are composed of cartilage and synovial membrane that separates the two connecting bones, and when these joints are worn they start to inflame and hurt. Osteoarthritis is the most common arthritis and is mostly prevalent in people 55 years and older. It is when the cartilage has broken down and the bones start rubbing each other. Pain, stiffness and spurs, which are bone growths, are common symptoms. When the arthritis feels like it is inflamed it is because the synovial membrane swells from fluids that were released into the tissue, which increase the blood flow and cause it to feel swollen and look red.

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Commonly, treatment options vary depending on the type of arthritis and include physical therapy, lifestyle changes (including exercise and weight control and medications, at times even Joint replacement surgery. Medications can help reduce inflammation in the joint which decreases pain, yet are not actually making much change, if at all.

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In general, studies have shown that physical exercise of the affected joint can have noticeable improvement in terms of long-term arthritis pain relief. Furthermore, Ring Muscles exercise also is encouraged to maintain the health of the particular joint and the overall body of the person.

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Individuals have to treat arthritis can benefit from Ring Muscles exercises to prevent the joints from becoming stiff and the range of movement limited. Ring Muscles exercises have been shown to significantly improve function, decrease pain, and delay or avoid the need for surgical intervention in advanced cases. The exercises has been shown to be more effective than medications in treating osteoarthritis of the knee. Exercise often improves muscle strength, endurance and flexibility.