Exercise
Weight-bearing exercises promote bone formation
Weight-bearing exercises can increase bone density and promote bone formation in men, says new research in Bone. Continue reading
Exercise seems to improve sleep in people with rheumatoid arthritis – recent findings
Taking physical activity may have positive benefits on sleep in people with rheumatoid arthritis, says a study in Rheumatology International, but better quality research is needed before firm conclusions can be drawn. Continue reading
Staying active can help prevent chronic pain says new research
Older people who have higher levels of activity are at lower risk of developing chronic pain, reports a small study in Pain. Continue reading
New study sheds light on importance of stress systems and physical activity in fibromyalgia
Changes in areas of the brain and amount of physical activity both contribute to levels of fatigue experienced by women with fibromyalgia, says a small study in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research. Continue reading
Older people with arthritis benefit from 45 minutes of activity a week says new study
Becoming more active benefits older people with arthritis, even if they cannot achieve the recommended ideal levels of exercise. Published in Arthritis Care & Research, the findings suggest that just 45 minutes of activity a week result in measurable health benefits. Continue reading
