Managing My Arthritis ™ - Pros and Cons Physical Activities

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As you learn more about the value of physical activity, you may want to revisit this tool to see how important this topic is to you in managing your arthritis.

Click on the circle that represents your best answer. When finished, click the "Submit Answers" button to see your answers graphed & understand how important this change is to you.

I consider this...

Not
important

Somewhat
important

Very
important

I will be more flexible if I increase my activity.

In the beginning, I may be tired, but I will eventually
have more energy.

I may be able to see my friends more.

It will take a lot of planning to change my activities.

I will be able to do more for myself.

People may stop trying to do things for me if I am more active.

I would be happier if I was more active.

Increasing my physical activity will take a lot of time.

I may worry less about my arthritis if I could be more active.

My friends and family would be happier if I were
able to be more active.

If you have more items that are not important, think about why this is and if the important items tip the scale for you toward change. You may want to learn more about why stress management is an important component of managing your arthritis. As you learn more, revisit this tool to see how engaging in stress management is becoming more important to you.

NOT important	SOMEWHAT important	VERY important