Hello everyone

Trishb

Hi everyone
I'm new to the group- I have osteoarthritis in my back/cervical spinal fusion & fibromyalgia - struggling to exercise but really want to any hints/tips xx used to love walking with the whole family (and a walking group but can't do the distance now - love getting in a pool although I can only walk up and down but in the current situation that's been taken away)

ajolly

Hi @Trishb,

Welcome to the forum, it’s great to have you with us. I am sorry to hear the osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia is causing you so much pain and keeping you from the activities you love.

Here are two links that may help in regard to your question about exercise. The first is specifically on exercise to manage pain which includes a section on back pain. The second link has more general information on osteoarthritis in the spine and also incudes some suggested exercises.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/managing-symptoms/exercise/exercises-to-manage-pain/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIq8eJ--2z6QIVU-3tCh25NwqzEAAYASAAEgKe7fD_BwE

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/osteoarthritis-oa-of-the-spine/

I hope this is of some help. In addition, I am sure our members will soon share their own tips with you.

Hopefully you can get back in the pool soon!

Best wishes,

Alice

Trishb

Thank you - most of the exercises outlined yes I have been given by various physios over the years - I'm actually 17 years in now with my osteoarthritis - unfortunately since my cervical spinal fusion 4 years ago my freedom to exercise has become more restrictive
I do try to walk but as we all know one flare up knocks us back so very much - everyone around me says I'm such a positive person always with a smile etc but I wish I could still do the exercise I know my body needs xx