About Arthritis The Truth Debunking Common Myths

Exercise makes arthritis worse.

Regular exercise actually helps improve joint mobility, reduce pain and increase overall fitness.

Painful joints is a symptom of arthritis, but doesn’t always mean damage is being caused. Pain may be due to inflammation or irritation, which can occur without damage to the joint itself.

There is nothing you can do to prevent or treat arthritis.

While there’s no cure for arthritis, there are many treatments and lifestyle changes that can help.

Arthritis only affects the elderly.

Arthritis can affect people of all ages, including children.

Arthritis is a normal part of aging.

Arthritis is not an inevitable part of aging, many people can live their entire lives without developing it.

Arthritis is always painful.

While pain is a common symptom of arthritis, not everyone experiences it.