Strength training has long been measures to improve osteoarthritis pain and improve joint health. But a new study from the University of Tasmania published in the Jama Network Open suggests that yoga can be equally effective in relieving arthritis symptoms – perhaps even more durable in the long run.

The clinical trial, which spread to 24 weeks, focused on comparing the effectiveness of yoga and power training in reducing osteoarthritis pain of the knee. Researchers enrolled 117 adults, most of them with an average age of 62.5 years (72.6%). All the participants had revealed moderate knee osteoarthritis.

To assess the results, participants were randomly divided into two groups: a structured yoga was engaged in routine, while the other followed a standard power training program. Both groups maintained a similar schedule -supervision group session and one home session per week for the first 12 weeks, followed by three domestic seasons per week for the remaining 12 weeks.

By the end of the test, both groups reported significant reduction in pain and improvement in physical function and mood. However, a remarkable difference emerged- follow. Participants in the yoga group were more likely to live with their routine, with a 70.2% rearing rate compared to 60% in the Shakti Training Group. This suggests that yoga can be more durable and user friendly options for long -term arthritis management, especially when done at home.

The study authors said, “We envisaged that yoga would demonstrate better efficacy in patients with reducing joint pain and strengthening exercise in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee and improving the quality of life.”

Gives yoga pose that can help with osteoarthritis:

If you are assuming yoga as a tool for managing arthritis, then there are some soft yet effective poses that are often recommended by experts:

Tadasana (Mountain Pose): Helps improves posture and balance.

Vrisana (Tree Pose): Increases the strength and stability of the foot.

Setu Bindasana (Bridge Pose): Strengthens the hips and knees.

Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose): Increases flexibility in the spine.

Supta Padangusthasana (recreation of hand-to-leg-leg posture): spreads and strengthens the knees.

Margarisana-Bitilasana (Cat-Cow Pose): Spinal improves flexibility and relieves hardness.

With its combination of yoga, physical movement, breath and mindfulness, provides a holistic approach to managing chronic pain. As this study suggests, it can be equally effective – and can be easier for people with arthritis to maintain compared to traditional gym workouts.

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