Achieving realistic physical activity goals benefits rheumatoid arthritis patients
Thursday, August 25, 2011 - 12:30
in Health & Medicine
Researchers report that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have higher levels of self-efficacy for physical activity are more likely to achieve their physical activity goals. According to the study, achievement of physical activity goals is associated with lower self-reported arthritis pain and increased health-related quality of life (HRQOL).