False, Arthritis is an autoimmune disease that is characterized by chronic inflammation of the joints, producing a progressive destruction. Until recently the usual belief about the best treatment for arthritis was rest. Today, experts advocate controlled exercises to promote circulation and relieve inflammation, flexibility exercises, stretching, aerobics, are some of those who can perform patients with arthritis. the doctors recommend doing exercise routines and with breaks so the muscles or joints don´t get over trained.
