Sholom Community Alliance, in conjunction with the Arthritis Foundation, now offers Arthritis Foundation classes to help control and reduce arthritis pain. Classes are offered in the David Feinberg Vitality & Aquatics Center on the Shaller Family Sholom East Campus, 730 Kay Avenue, St. Paul (intersection of West 7^th and Otto Avenue) .

Aquatic classes are offered Monday & Wednesdays from 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. and Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 4:45 pm; Cost is $50 per six week session.

Beginning September 11, Saturdays from 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.; cost is $25 per six week session.

Land classes are offered Monday - Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Taught by a certified instructor, the aquatic classes use a combination of soothing warm water and gentle movements that help increase joint flexibility and range of motion. Developed specifically for people with arthritis, the Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program is gentle on the joints and has been proven in research studies to reduce arthritis pain and improve ability to do more daily activities. Conducted in a heated pool, the water provides gentle resistance to build muscle strength and supports joints to encourage free movement.

The land classes are designed specifically for people with rheumatic disease. The course content takes into consideration the pain, fatigue and decreased strength and motion that often accompany the disease. It includes activities designed to improve:

• Endurance
• Joint mobility
• Self-image and self-esteem through increased physical well-being
• Performance of daily activities and encourage positive social interaction

Past participants of the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Courses have experienced decreased pain and depression, increased functional ability and increased self-care behaviors.

The Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program is part of the Arthritis Foundation Life Improvement Series programs that are developed to help the millions of people living with arthritis take control of their disease.

Space is limited and advanced registration is required for this program. For more information or to register call (651) 328-2051.

 
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About Arthritis

Arthritis is a term used to describe more than 100 different conditions that affect joints, as well as other parts of the body. Arthritis is one of the most prevalent chronic health problems and the nation’s leading cause of disability. An estimated 46 million adults in the U.S. reported being told by a doctor that they have some form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus or fibromyalgia.