Get Moving to Control Arthritis Pain

One of my keynote topics in our Meaning of Life program talks about how seniors I have met lead a quality life by staying active and moving. Too often people mistakenly believe that the aches and pains associated with osteoarthritis are an inevitable part of aging that they must live with forver.

But, as this entertaining public service ad from the Arthritis Foundation and the Ad Council points out, moving may be the answer for those living with or at risk for osteoarthritis.

Arthritis is the number one cause of disability in this country. Just ask my 89-year-old mother who suffers from it. There is no cure or definitive cause, but there are some simple ways to prevent and reduce the pain.

You can find out how at FightArthritisPain.org.