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There is currently no cure, so the only ways to tolerate the pain are generally taking pain killers and ultimately getting knee surgery if the condition becomes serious. ##### According to Medical News Today, a new study has found that one hour of brisk walking or exercise a day can have significant effects on osteoarthritis and can prevent the risk of disability by 85 percent. The study found that individuals who maintained an hour of physical activity a week had little to no trouble performing daily tasks such as bathing, walking, dressing themselves, or safely crossing the street.![Screen Shot 2019-04-16 at 12.54.05 PM](https://blog.collington.kendal.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-04-16%20at%2012.54.05%20PM.png?width=283&name=Screen%20Shot%202019-04-16%20at%2012.54.05%20PM.png) ##### Government guidelines currently suggest two and a half hours of exercise each week for seniors to reduce risk of chronic disease, however the study suggests that seniors really only need half of that in order to maintain full mobility. Exercising for only 10 minutes each day is a much more attainable goal to set and is even achievable for those individuals with mobility issues. It only takes a small amount of time every day to maintain your independence for the future, so why not give it a try?  ##### With springtime weather upon us, now is an excellent time to go for a stroll outside or meet up with friends and go for a brisk walk. 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