Fatigue is a major problem associated with autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. According to CBS News, Australian researchers reviewed 11 studies on exercise and fatigue. The studies included more than 400 patients with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis.

The patients received a medical examination to be sure they were able to exercise and then used various exercise programs over a 3-month period. The patients typically exercised for 30 minutes to an hour, three times a week. Some of the patients participated in walking, biking, swimming, or low-impact aerobics. In 6 of the 11 studies, there was significant improvement in the fatigue level of patients that was thought not to be due to chance.

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