Tab. III.

Effects of physical activity on musculoskeletal diseases.

Diseases	Condition	Symptoms	Treatment	References
Fibromyalgia	Ailment that causes pain throughout the body. Broad, diffuse, non-inflammatory, treatment-resistant joint and muscle aches, lasting at least three months	Reduced muscle strength, rapid fatigue	Aerobic training	[65-67]
Osteoarthritis	A degenerative condition that progresses over time and frequently causes severe discomfort	Discomfort, stiffness, sensitivity, loss of flexibility bone spurs, a grating sensation, and swelling	Physical exercises or aerobic exercises training, Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAID)	[68-72]
Osteoporosis	A condition where the quantity and thickness of bone tissue declines	Fractures resulting from fragility, loss of height, gum recession, stooped posture, lower back pain	Weight bearing exercises, walking, sunlight exposure for vitamin D production, bone and muscle strengthening exercises	[73-75]
Rheumatoid Arthritis	A chronic disorder that affects the joints and results in pain, swelling, and stiffness	Morning stiffness, joint discomfort, tenderness, and edema	Regular low intensity exercise	[71-74]