Table 1. Physical activity recommendations for patients suffering from osteoarthritis.
| Type of activity | Examples | Recommendations |
|---|---|---|
| LOW-IMPACT
AEROBICS |
• Brisk walking
• Dancing • Cycling • Group exercise • Swimming Gardening • Water aerobics |
2 hours and 30
minutes moderate- intensity or 1 hour and 15 minutes high-intensity. |
| MUSCLE
STRENGTHENING |
• Working with
resistance bands • Weight training • Calisthenics |
2 or more days per
week. |
| BALANCE | • Standing on one foot
• Tai chi |
3 days per week. |