Exercise Cuts Chronic Pain and Boosts Mobility By Up To 30%.

In 2024, Harvard Health Publishing reviewed studies on how exercise helps chronic pain, like back pain or arthritis. They looked at how activities such as walking, swimming, or yoga affect pain levels, inflammation, and mood in adults with ongoing pain, drawing on clinical trials and expert insights.

Low-impact exercises cut pain by 20-30% in many cases, improved mobility by 15-25%, and boosted mood by reducing stress hormones like cortisol (down 10-20%). Exercise also lowered inflammation markers like cytokines, helping joints and muscles feel better, especially with 30 minutes most days.

Try 30 minutes of walking, swimming, or yoga most days to reduce chronic pain and feel better.