Why choose OSF?
OSF Saint Francis Arthritis Services offers both land and pool classes designed to meet the educational, emotional and physical needs of men and women with arthritis. These classes also provide an opportunity for people with arthritis to participate in a recreational group activity, which may improve their sense of well-being. Each program is a series of gentle, non-demanding exercises including all major muscle groups that move joints through their full range of movement. Other therapies used to treat flare-ups of swelling and pain include: • Heat and cold – The decision to use either heat or cold for arthritis pain depends on the type of arthritis and should be discussed with your doctor or physical therapist. • Joint Protection – Using a splint or a brace to allow joints to rest and protect them from injury can be helpful. Your physician or physical therapist can make recommendations. • Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) – A small TENS device directs mild electric pu
