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Osteoarthritis is a condition that affects the knees, hips, and feet of over 27 million Americans. In this type of arthritis, cartilage loss causes bones to rub against each other. Osteoarthritis produces a slow pain that increases over time. Activities such as swimming and yoga, with the approval of your doctor, can help relieve the pain for those with this condition.
Swimming is a great way to exercise the feet. If you have any questions regarding the benefits of swimming on the feet, see one of our podiatrists from Livingston Footcare.Our doctorswill treat your heel pain symptoms in addition to other podiatric-related needs.
Benefits of Swimming and Foot care
Our feet receive the most stress on a daily basis. Walking, running, and long standing contribute to pain and stress on the feet. Swimming helps promote circulation and keep the body feeling great and healthy.
Benefits of swimming:
Improve blood circulation
· Swimming is a good, safe way to get in extra physical activity and improve circulation, without causing further trauma to the feet
Relieve aches or pains
· It takes all the pressure off of them, allowing the feet to relax and recover, and improves blood flow to them.
Circulation overall for diabetics
· Swimming contributes to blood flow, and increase oxygen levels within the body.
Reduce foot inflammation
· Swimming in warm water can increase blood flow and make it easier to move and stretch the afflicted foot. The feet are also exposed in water, giving them much needed air.
Swimming the helpful alternative:
Many people like the elderly and diabetics suffer from weakened muscles and joints. A water sport like swimming will support the body, thus allowing him or her to move freely. Blood flow circulation is a main trigger to tired inflamed feet.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in North Brunswick, NJ. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.
