03/31/2026
🦴Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition where joint cartilage wears down causing pain, stiffness, and swelling. So... if you have knee OA or simply knee pain, sliding your foot back and forth 🔄 before getting up can lubricate the joint 🛢️, making it less painful once you stand 🚶♂️.
Why movement matters 🚶♂️
1. Lubricates joints 🛢️�Keeps things moving smoothly (less stiffness)
2. Builds muscle 💪�Stronger muscles = less stress on joints
3. Keeps flexibility 🤸�Prevents joints from getting “stuck”
4. Reduces pain over time 🙂�Gentle movement can actually ease pain
5. Helps weight control ⚖️�Less weight = less joint pressure
Best activities ✅
* Walking 🚶
* Swimming 🏊
* Cycling 🚴
* Light strength training 🏋️
* Stretching 🧘
Avoid ❌
* High-impact jumping
* Overdoing it
* Pushing through sharp pain ⚠️
Simple idea:�👉 “Motion is lotion” 🧴 for your joints
Please give us a call at 506 857 0095📞 for an in person consultation at the Robichaud Lévesque Clinic👨⚕️.