Lots of Exercise in Midlife May Lead to Osteoarthritis
December 4th, 2009
A middle-age weekend warrior who likes to hit the basketball court or hockey rink may expose themselves to the risk of internal knee damage that could lead to osteoarthritis.
The study co-authored by Dr. Christopher Stehling, stated that high-impact, weight-bearing physical activity, such as running and jumping, may be worse for cartilage health.
Conversely, low-impact activities, such as swimming and cycling, may protect diseased cartilage and prevent healthy cartilage from developing disease. Activities involving twisting, jumping and pivoting are especially hazardous. Activities like basketball and soccer was cited as the ones not to be overdone. Instead, consider alternatives like walking, swimming, cross-country skiing and training on elliptical machines.
Source: Healthy Day Reporter, 2009.
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