Exercise as a preventative against disability arising from arthritisA Northwestern University study of more than 3500 individuals over the age of 50 has found correlations between the limiting effects of arthritis and the amount of physical activity engaged in by study participants. Those who exercised at least a half hour per day, 5 days per week, were found to be least likely to become disabled as a result of their arthritic condition as compared to those who exercised less or not at all. Thirty minutes of daily exercise doesn't seem like much but I'm sure most individuals of all ages fail to achieve this, just as most of us fail to take daily vitamins even though we intend to. There just never seems to be enough time in one's daily schedule. However, the implications of this study are fairly clear: inactivity for someone with arthritis can contribute to a sharp decline in the ability to engage in normal daily activities. Apparently, the same researcher involved in this Northwestern University study (Joe Feinglass) also found in the mid-90's that individuals who were the least physically active were the most likely to develop difficulty performing the most basic daily activities such as bathing, walking, getting out of bed, and dressing. About the Author: Tim Moore is a former Social Security Disability Examiner in North Carolina, has been interviewed by the NY Times and the LA Times on the disability system, and is an Accredited Disability Representative (ADR) in North Carolina. For assistance on a disability application or Appeal in NC, click here. Most popular topics on SSDRC.com Social Security Disability in North Carolina Common Mistakes to avoid after being denied for Disability Tips to Prepare for Filing for Social Security Disability or SSI Advice to Win SSD and SSI Benefit Claims Social Security Disability SSI Questions What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? How to get disability for depression Getting disability for fibromyalgia SSI disability for children with ADHD What is the Application Process for Social Security Disability and SSI? Social Security Disability SSI Exam tips More Social Security Disability SSI Questions What makes you eligible for Social Security Disability or SSI? Related pages: SSD Notice of Award Question Social Security Disability Award Letter Following an Approval Social Security Disability and trying to work How long for a disability judge to make a decision? What the vocational expert at a disability hearing says What evidence will help your disability case? Is age a Factor in the Social Security Disability Process? Social Security judge may recommend an attorney How to file for disability in West Virginia Social Security Disability, SSI, Mental Disorders, Functional Limitations Chiari Malformation and Filing for Disability While you are in your disability interview The SSD and SSI definition of disability How to file for disability in Minnesota Enough Work Credits For Social Security Disability Benefits? Memory loss and filing for disability |
