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  • Female
  • 60 Years
  • 13 days ago

Question

My mom has had arthritis for 15 years and is on medication but hasn't had any surgery. What kind of home exercise equipment would be best for her would an elliptical or treadmill be okay for her condition?

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

For your mother, who has had arthritis for 15 years but hasn't had surgery, an elliptical trainer would be a better choice than a treadmill for home exercise. Ellipticals offer low-impact, which is gentler on the joints, especially important for people with arthritis

Dr. Kamran Suggests...

Consult a Rheumatologist

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