Although exercise is the last thing most people in pain want to do, it can be an effective form of treatment. When done carefully and in moderation, exercise can strengthen the body and release endorphins to reduce pain. Here are a few activities for people in pain.
• Walking: Walking is a great form of exercise that is low impact, meaning it is easy on your joints. Walking can also be done just about anywhere and requires practically nothing except a pair of comfortable shoes. Start by heading to the park for a short stroll every day and add a few more steps each day.
• Swimming: Swimming is another low-impact exercise that is easy on joints and sore muscles. It’s a great exercise for people who have osteoarthritis or a joint disease where impact may cause a problem. This is because swimming defies gravity, making it virtually pain-free.
• Yoga: Yoga is an excellent way to learn breathing techniques that can be used to control or manage pain responses. It also promotes flexibility and stretches out sore muscles to reduce pain or make movement more tolerable.
• Tai Chi: Like yoga, Tai Chi incorporates mindfulness to redirect negative thoughts away from the body. From a study published in the New England Journal of Medication, just two sessions of tai chi per week reduced pain, fatigue, and stiffness in patients with fibromyalgia.

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