A member asked:

I walk up 3 flights of stairs to my house daily, about 25 steps all together, sometimes multiple trips. is this bad for my joints? scared of arthritis

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Actually it is : Beneficial for your joints and musculoskeletal system as well as your general health. Keep climbing!!!

Answered 5/16/2016

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Great exercise: It should help by increasing your muscles strength. If you start with arthritis and having pain climbing stairs that will be different and you may need to slow down for a while.

Answered 5/24/2015

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