[header] How to choose exercise machines for chronic hip pain [title] Select machines that offer low-impact exercise options. [step] Exercise can be beneficial for hip pain, but it is important to do exercises that are low-impact. These exercises are less likely to agitate your hips and lead to more hip pain.
[header] How to choose exercise machines for chronic hip pain [title] Select machines that offer low-impact exercise options. [step] Exercise can be beneficial for hip pain, but it is important to do exercises that are low-impact. These exercises are less likely to agitate your hips and lead to more hip pain.
[substeps] For example, if you are considering getting a stair machine, then it would be important to make sure that the machine has a low-impact setting, such as shorter strides and gentle steps. [title] Choose a machine with low resistance settings. [title] Incorporate yoga and tai chi into your daily routine. [step] Yoga and tai chi both help to promote flexibility. [substeps] Walking and running strengthen the rest of your body, which will prevent future back pain. Low impact exercises such as swimming or biking improve stability in particular. Avoid losing weight or trying to reshape your hips, as these will only agitate your hip, rather than stabilize it. [substeps] Try a combination of low impact and strength exercise each day.