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Topic: Running and Arthritis |
akcook
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 posted Sep-22-2006 11:33 AM
   
I recently discovered I have arthritis in my right hip. I've had a few issues with it over the past 5 years or so but since I've begun running its gotten worse. My question is does anyone else run with arthritis like this? Right now I am unable to run because my back is also out of alignment and I need to recover from that. I am walking but want to continue running. The doc is optomistic that I will eventually but at this point I just need to heal. I am also about 70 lbs overweight. Any advise?Angela
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mtngrl
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posted Sep-22-2006 11:41 AM
I work with several rheumatologists and the first thing that they tell patients first and foremost is to loose weight. Try to find other lower impact forms of exercise to help with the weight loss (this may also help your back problems). Glucosamine and chondroitin works well for a lot of people with arthritis. Also if you back is truly out of alignment a chiropractor can defenitely help.
Good luck!
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takopoly
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posted Sep-22-2006 08:43 PM
I have mild arthritis in my left hip, but it doesn't really bug me when I run. However, it wasn't until I lost 30 pounds (have now lost 40 and have about 40 left to go) that I could actually run comfortably. If I don't exercise, I get wicked bursitis in my hip. I find running better than walking for my hip, though, as I don't pivot on the hip as much -- it stays pretty straight. Have you considered trying some other form of exercise until your back is better, like biking on a recumbent bike or swimming?
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DFMAR50
Cool Runner |
posted Sep-23-2006 07:31 AM
Good advice from the other posters.My wife has had Rhuematoid Arthritis for about ten years now. She doesn't run, but walks (mostly on a treadmill) and also does a regular (three days a week) aqua aerobics class. She keeps her weight under control by dieting.
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akcook
Cool Runner |
posted Sep-23-2006 02:46 PM
Thanks for the advice. I just don't want to give up on running. I start the water aerobics next week and losing weight is primary right now. I am able to walk now - I also attempt short runs in the middle of my walk. I think I am feeling better until I sit for a while. Still working on that.Thanks,
Angel
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Cntrygal
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posted Oct-07-2006 05:35 PM
I was diagnosed with RA in my early 20s, but really only noticed problems with my hands & feet. Now fast forward about 15 years and I can tell that it's in my other joints. Of course, over the last few years I've put on 30 pounds and I'm pretty sure that's made things worse. I joined a "rookie running group" and my progress is slow - but I'm seeing improvement and have lost 10 pounds so far. What I've discovered (and this group is very supportive) is that I can't increase my speed/distance on a "typical" schedule. Now that I've got that into my head - I'm having fun and staying motivated. I also stretch ALOT and I carry gloves with me (my hands are affected by Raynauld's). I was also able to decrease the meds (woohooo!) Now for the first time in my life I'm enjoying running.
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RARunner
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posted Oct-10-2006 02:48 PM
I just posted on the newbie board about RA.I have had RA for 7 years. I am 32 and run usually 4-5x a week. Mostly my RA is in my hands and feet and I was concerned about running and if I could continue. I have a drs appt tomorrow and am going to ask.
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chrisb9341
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posted Oct-13-2006 09:16 PM
I have severe osteoarthritis in my right hip. Doc says he will be giving me a new hip probably in a year or two when it gets too painful. Excercising , keeping active and keeping weight down are very important. I take glucosamine chondrointin with msm, Dont really know if it helps or not. I cant run as much as I used to because of the pain on alot of days so I use the elliptical trainer more. Good leg motion and aerobic training without the impact of running and irritation of the hip joint. Good Luck Chris
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Cntrygal
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posted Oct-21-2006 05:43 PM
RARunner.... I can't find the thread/post on the newbie board. Do you have a link I could follow?
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RARunner
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posted Oct-23-2006 06:37 PM
http://www.coolrunning.com/forums/Forum3/HTML/044085.shtmlThere really wasn't much to the thread. Just me complaining about my RA.lol I am in the mist of a huge flareup. I haven't been able to run much in the last week and ended up having to have an 2 hr IV treatment at my specialist office. Hope you are feeling well. ------------------
Marly
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Born to Run
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posted Oct-23-2006 08:35 PM
http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/id/QAA262199http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/id/QAA357903
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