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July 16, 2015
For Immediate Release: July 15, 2015
LANSING, Mich. – People with one or more chronic health conditions are more likely to report having a work disability, serious emotional distress, and being limited in social activities outside their home, according to a new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The report indicated research shows that complications are more prevalent when the concurrent chronic health condition is arthritis.
More than one-third of Michigan residents have some form of arthritis – a rate higher than the national average. Nationwide, about two-thirds of people with arthritis have co-occurring chronic conditions. The good news is that there are self-management techniques available can help ease pain to lessen limitations in everyday life.
“People living with arthritis and other chronic health problems need to know there are programs available to reduce the negative effects, to help lessen their pain, and to improve their quality of life,” said Eden Wells, Chief Medical Executive for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Physical activity is known to minimize arthritis pain, but it can be hard to find exercise options that feel both safe and effective. In Michigan, EnhanceFitness is a group exercise program offered throughout the state that helps adults at all levels of fitness be more active, energized, and able to maintain their independence.
In addition to physical activity, learning techniques to reduce pain and limitations can be beneficial to people with arthritis. Self-management education, such as the Personal Action Toward Health program can help develop the skills and confidence needed to manage arthritis on a day to day basis.
Contrary to a popular belief, arthritis does not exclusively affect older adults, but risk does increase with age. Women are 26 percent more likely to have arthritis than men, and there is a direct correlation with obesity rates.
By learning self-management strategies, being active, watching your weight, and protecting your joints, you can help improve your overall health. Although there is no cure for most types of arthritis, you should still see your doctor to begin appropriate management of your condition.
Start feeling better today. Call your doctor or find an EnhanceFitness and PATH program near you today by visiting www.michigan.gov/arthritis.
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