Juvenile arthritis + sport?
Hi.
I have had juvenile arthritis for 4-5 years now.At the beginning I wasn’t able to do any kind of sport,but now,as my condition is getting better due to medication,I start thinking more and more about training some kind of sport.As I really can’t run fast or long anymore,soccer is not an option,but what about martial arts?Is it safe to train a martial art when dealing with this form arthritis.I know what I’m capable of,so I don’t even think about martial art competitions and so on - just training for fitness.
I know I must ask me doctor too,but I’m visiting him in a week or two,so why not ask you?
P.S. Maybe I’ve made some grammar mistakes,but my English isn’t perfect,sorry. 
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Well, as you noted, this is really a question for a doctor, but with that said:
Typically, high impact sports, such as fighting and especially soccer should be avoided by those with arthritis. These types of sports put a lot of strain on the body, increasing the risk of injury or arthritis pain.
Instead, low impact sports, such as walking and swimming, are usually a better choice. Stretching, like Yoga, can also help.
When you speak with your doctor, make sure to ask about your diet as well, because a healthy diet is also an essential part of treating arthritis: