• Arthritis patients who kept active were more likely to be mobile years later
• Walking 3,000 steps a day stopped arthritis symptoms worsening
• Clocking 6,000 steps – roughly three miles – was beneficial, researchers said
• Each extra 1,000 steps cuts the odds of a reduction in mobility by a fifth
• Researchers said this could be because activity keeps joints lubricated
• Steps can be taken when doing housework or gardening, experts said
Daily Mail, 3rd October 2014