A 76-year-old female patient is being seen for osteoarthritis of the knee in the clinic. In discussing strengthening exercises, which exercises would you recommend?
a. Jogging
b. Climbing stairs 2 to 3 times daily
c. Bicycling for short distances
d. Walking up and down small elevations
C
Bicycling or swimming is recommended for osteoarthritis of the hip or knee. Jogging would put undue stress on knee joints. Climbing stairs should be avoided. Walking should be done on level ground, not up or down elevations.
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