Can exercise help rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?
Can exercise help rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?
Exercise is an important part of the management of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Watch as rheumatologist Natalie Azar, MD, discusses how exercise helps improve pain and stiffness, and also strengthens the muscles around the joints to offer more support.
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