Rheumatoid Arthritis and Yoga

A small study conducted at UCLA and presented at the American Pain Society 31st Annual Scientific Meeting showed that a course of Iyengar yoga can help young women with RA feel better overall. However, there were no significant reductions in pain scores. These positive results were noticeable after only 6 weeks. A control group, who was wait-listed during this same period of time, noticed no change. It has long been known that movement in general can help people with RA. It is nice to know that yoga is safe and helpful at the same time.