Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

What is the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program?

The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program is a group recreational activity program designed specifically for people with arthritis. Developed by physical therapists, this program helps people with arthritis keep joints flexible and muscles strong, and helps reduce the pain and stiffness associated with arthritis. The one hour classes are held two to three times per week.

The Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program was developed through research done by the Arthritis Foundation national office and is managed locally by the Greater Southwest Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation. Results of the research conducted on the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program earned it the “evidence-based” title and allows participants to get predictably positive results if they attend regularly.

Taught by?

Class instructors undergo special Arthritis Foundation instructor-training workshop conduct classes.

In New Mexico there are periodic Arthritis Foundation Exercise Programs offered in Sandoval, Santa Fe, Lea and Doña Ana counties. For a by-county map of all evidence-based programs click here.

What Subjects Are Covered?

Range of motion
Muscle strengthening
Endurance exercises
Body mechanics
Relaxation techniques

Need More Information?

For more information on how to join an existing program or how to start a new program in your county, contact the Greater Southwest Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation at 505.883.0343 OR New Mexico Department of Health Arthritis Program at 505.841.5819.