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What Physical Activities Will Help With Stiffness And Chronic Pains And Prevent More Fusings Of C-Spine

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Powder Springs, GA
February 7, 2020
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Swimming heated pool if u can but water helps

February 7, 2020
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Exercises written in an article on AS

February 29, 2020
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To help with stiffness, chronic pain, and prevent more fusions of the cervical spine (C-Spine), consider the following physical activities:

- Stretching Exercises: These can improve range of motion and flexibility, reducing the risk of joint fusion
- Strength Training: Helps increase muscle strength around the joints.
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To help with stiffness, chronic pain, and prevent more fusions of the cervical spine (C-Spine), consider the following physical activities:

- Stretching Exercises: These can improve range of motion and flexibility, reducing the risk of joint fusion.
- Strength Training: Helps increase muscle strength around the joints.
- Spinal Mobility Exercises: Improve posture and spinal flexibility.
- Cardiovascular Exercise: Enhances overall health and mobility.
- Swimming, Yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi: These are gentle on the joints and can be beneficial.

Always consult with your doctor before starting any new exercise routine.

July 15, 2024
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

The pool lifts much of the pressure that gravity causes so it allows more comfortable movements.

March 8, 2020
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Yes because when u are in the pool t helps with the pain

March 1, 2020

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