Hello

Pepsimaxrock

Looking forward to sharing experiences. I’m currently having a painful flare up of v recently diagnosed hip arthritis. Would like to go walking but fearful

MammaBuckz

Hi @Pepsimaxrock

Welcome to the Online Community. You'll find a friendly bunch of people with arthritis, who are happy to help.

Glad to hear you're looking forward to sharing experience with others. I can understand you being fearful of walking when your hip is flaring and causing pain. Exercise is scary when your joints are hurting but it's important to keep the joints moving to ensure you don't lose functionality and cause further stiffness and pain. Remember, little and often is key and always listen to your own body, you know it better than anyone!

I'm sure you will receive lots of tips from other members, but in the meantime, you may find the links below helpful.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/exercising-with-arthritis/why-is-exercise-important/

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/exercising-with-arthritis/exercises-for-healthy-joints/exercises-for-the-hips/

Please let us know how you get on 😊

Best wishes

Tracey - Moderator