Abstract
Exercise has a major role in the management of osteoarthritis, effecting well-documented physiological improvements on muscle function. However, exercise also has lasting benefits on the complex psychosocial sequelae of osteoarthritis-facilitating appropriate health beliefs, behaviors, pain coping, and self-management strategies-that are as important as its physiological effects.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 138 - 143 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews |
| Volume | 31 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| Publication status | Published - Jul 2003 |
