I started swimming when in grip of bad flare, but I resumed taking phenylbutazone at same time. The combination worked very well for me because the bute didn't damage my gut. I still swim but diet has replaced drugs. Walking is good, depending on what one means by walking. I have just returned from what we call fell 'walking' in the English Lake District - including scrambling and clambering up and down our highest peak, Scafell Pike. My already damaged hip hated it and is still grumbling.

'Then you should say what you mean,' the March Hare went on. 'I do,' Alice hastily replied; 'at least - at least I mean what I say - that's the same thing , you know.' 'Not the same thing a bit!' said the Hatter.