Move to Protect Aging Joints

The biggest mistake seniors make when joint pain starts is stopping movement altogether.

It feels logical. Pain means rest, but joints don't heal like muscles. When joints stop

moving, cartilage receives fewer nutrients. Muscles around the joint weaken.

Pressure increases on already sensitive areas, making pain worse over time.

Ironically, protecting joints by avoiding movement causes faster degeneration. Physical therapists

consistently report better outcomes for seniors who move gently than for those who rest

completely. Movement doesn't mean intense exercise. It means controlled, low impact motion

that nourishes joints without strain. Pain during movement is a warning. Mild discomfort