Exercises for Older Adults With Knee and Hip Pain
Half of all older adults report knee and/or hip pain. Obesity and sedentary lifestyle contribute to the incidence and prevalence of painful knee and hip conditions. Weight loss should be a priority in overweight or obese patients. Improving joint function over time requires a balance of rest and usage. Practitioners should assess joint disorders and recommend exercises for reducing knee and hip pain with patients when appropriate. Instruction should include a combination of 1) stretching and flexibility, 2) strength training, and 3) endurance conditioning exercises.
Source: The Journal for Nurse Practitioners - Category: Nursing Authors: Neil E. Peterson, Kay D. Osterloh, M. Nichole Graff Tags: Featured Article Source Type: research
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