Tip : o Walking is always recommended but not along walk o Relaxation is good exercise. A tense muscle applies stress to a joint. o Balance rest and activity. Regular, moderate exercise 20 to 30 minutes a day, coupled with a full eight hours of sleep at night, is ideal for good musculoskeletal health. o Remember to avoid any exercise that produces joint pain lasting an hour after you finish exercising. o Practice good posture. Lift heavy items with your hip muscles, not your back. o Protect your joints. In cold weather, wear warm gloves to protect your knuckles, long underwear to protect your knee joints, and heavy socks to protect your ankle and toe joints o Lose weight if you are overweight. - o Hot fomentation helps to ease pain and stiffness.