Painful arthritic joints can make it difficult to exercise, yet physical activity is a cornerstone of treatment for arthritis.People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have historically had somewhat shorter lifespans than the general population, but that may be changing.Everyone needs exercise to stay healthy, and federal guidelines specifically recommend a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (such as brisk walking) every week.Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and ankylosing spondylitis (AS) are types of arthritis caused by inflammation.
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