Maintaining an active lifestyle can often improve your arthritis symptoms. By maintaining mobility, you can decrease stiffness in the affected joints. Other benefits of exercise include maintaining a healthy weight, which can relieve pressure on arthritic joints, and improve energy levels and mood. It is possible for patients with chronic pain conditions like arthritis to develop depression or an anxiety as a result, so improving your mood naturally with exercise can be just as important as managing your pain symptoms. If you think you are experiencing symptoms of arthritis and would like to speak with a dedicated pain specialist about your treatment options, contact Ramos Center for Interventional & Functional Pain Medicine today to schedule an appointment. We have convenient locations in Bradenton, Sarasota, Venice, Englewood, Port Charlotte, Dunedin and St. Petersburg, FL