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Does arthritis get worse the more you move?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: The more you move it should improve the pain from arthritis.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. David Tuckman answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

It can: Exercise can be beneficial for arthritis it can also cause an acute arthritic flare. I always tell my patients to try light exercise and slowly increase the level.

Answered 10/22/2012

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