Kimberly M. Sanders, ND

Assistant Professor of Clinical Sciences and Graduate, University of Bridgeport School of Naturopathic Medicine

“As with all cases, naturopathic physicians seek to find the underlying cause of osteoarthritis.  If the patient carries excess weight, then weight loss may slow down the progression of the disease by reducing the amount of stress on the joints.  Properly strengthening the muscles around the affected joint is also encouraged to support the joint and improve functioning. Low-impact exercises, especially swimming, are quite beneficial for management of osteoarthritis symptoms as well.”