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I am 37 yr old lady i am suffering from rheumatoid arthritis since 10 yrs i am going with wysolone n folitrax all the joints r affected so i want some exercise also i'll b very thankful to you?

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Rheumatoid Arthritis: It is tough to live with Active Rheumatoid arthritis. swimming and simple range of motion exercises (like squeezing a soft ball with you hands) are reasonable. you might also discuss with rheumatologist other option that just steroids treatment. best wishes

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Answered 9/30/2015

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