What exercise is best? Land-based exercise such as walking and strength training are all effective in managing OA. We recommend any exercise or group of exercises that will: What does the evidence say about exercise and Osteoarthritis? 1. Exercising appropriately does not cause harm to the cartilage, and instead can improve cartilage health. 2. Exercise…
How can you treat osteoarthritis (OA)? Currently, there is no known way of curing cartilage loss. Initial treatment focuses on reducing symptoms and improving function of the joint. Based on evidence, the recommended treatment for osteoarthritis is outlined in Figure 1. First Line Treatment Recommendations: Education Everyone with OA should understand the basic information about…
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) is a disease which affects the entire joint. It can occur in any joint but most commonly affects the knees, hips and hands. OA is the most common chronic condition of the joints and is the leading cause of physical inactivity in those over 65 years of age. In healthy joints, the…
Rowing is a largely endurance sport that requires many areas of fitness including leg strength and power, flexibility, balance, timing and coordination. Here our expert rowing physiotherapist outlines the key aspects that a rower needs to stay fit, healthy and have a great performance in the boat. For rowers, an efficient stroke relies on flexibility…
