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Can I have sex if I have arthritis?

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Can I have sex if I have arthritis?

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You can definitely have sex if you have arthritis; finding comfortable positions to manage the pain properly and using support (pillows) is key. Watch physical therapist Peggy Brill discuss how you can enjoy a healthy sex life with arthritis.

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