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How Do I Find A Good Fitness Trainer For My Arthritis, And Should He/She Be In Contact With My Doctor?

Question: How do I find a good fitness trainer for my arthritis, and should he/she be in contact with my doctor?

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Answer: When I'm talking to my patients who have arthritis about an exercise regimen, the first place I send them is to the physical therapist. With a therapist, they can pick up a group of exercises that they will incorporate into their own workout regimen. I'm certainly a fan of personal trainers, but it's nice to have a core set of How Can Exercise Be Used To Help Me Deal With My Arthritis, And Are Certain Types Of Exercises Better Than Others?

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