Exercise
Exergaming improves quality of life and decreases pain in fibromyalgia researchers report
Exergaming – using video games that are also a form of exercise – could play an important part in managing symptoms for fibromyalgia, researchers report in the Games For Health Journal. Continue reading
Home exercise programme reduces risk of falling
Gentle exercises at home can reduce falls in older people by over one-third, according to results of a trial published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. And cognitive function may improve too. Continue reading
Sophrology for fibromyalgia? Stick to resistance training to improve strength and function says new research
Exercise is recommended to improve wellbeing in people with fibromyalgia; some people find that relaxation exercises help too but evidence has not been conclusive about the beneficial effects. Continue reading
Hand osteoarthritis symptoms reduce after occupational therapy intervention
An approach based on a number of strategies has been associated with improved pain and strength in a people with hand osteoarthritis, according to findings presented at the Osteoarthritis Research Society International World Congress. Continue reading
Link between arthritis flares and reduced exercise found using wearable technology
Arthritis flares may be associated with reduced physical activity, experts find after analysing data collected thanks to wearable technology. Continue reading
