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Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Exercise plays key role in managing rheumatoid arthritis symptoms

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Bryan T. Kelly, MD, MBA President and Chief Executive Officer | Hospital for Special Surgery

Bryan T. Kelly, MD, MBA President and Chief Executive Officer | Hospital for Special Surgery

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects approximately 1.3 million Americans, presenting symptoms such as morning stiffness and chronic joint pain. Despite these challenges, staying active remains a crucial part of managing the disease. Early diagnosis and appropriate exercise can help prevent symptom progression.

Elizabeth Schulman, M.D., a rheumatologist at HSS, along with Zachary Rogers, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, a physical therapist also at HSS, discussed strategies for addressing RA joint issues in an interview with Health Central.

For further details on their insights and recommendations for those living with RA, the full article is available on healthcentral.com.

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