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Walking regularly can help reduce many different types of chronic pain, including pain associated with arthritis.
Walk with Ease is a six week evidence-based program that includes:
· Safe walking indoors
· Discussion on osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and fibromyalgia
· Managing pain and stiffness
· Tips on proper clothing and equipment
· Monitoring physical problems
· What to do when exercise hurts
· How to anticipate and overcome barriers
· Stretching and strengthening exercises
The program will meet Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10-11am, June 18th-August 7th. (Will not meet: July 9, 10, 12, 31 & August, 1, 2)
Registration is free and the first 10 participants to register will receive free books and pedometers upon completion of the program.
To register, contact Erin Carter, ecarter@msu.edu, 906.369.4572.
