An Easy Fix for Foot Pain
Research shows that orthotics — custom-made insoles that help realign abnormal foot mechanics — can work wonders for many types of foot pain.
Happy Feet
A review of 11 clinical studies found that custom orthotics, made for your feet, can ease pain from a host of problems, including high arches, rear-foot aches from rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and hallux valgus — misalignment of the big toe. Orthotics are somewhat less successful at relieving plantar fasciitis but may still be worth trying.
Get a Jump on Joint Pain
Dealing with foot, knee, or hip pain can be a drag, but it doesn’t have to stop you from doing the things you love. Here are some ways to ease the aches:
Exercise. Yup, regular physical activity can actually alleviate pain and stiffness.
Antiarthritis Lifestyle
Get a leg up on achy joints by exercising the pain away.
Resistance training, range of motion exercises, and walking increase quality of life and reduce pain and stiffness in people living with leg and knee osteoarthritis, a recent study reveals. For an exercise program designed especially for your needs, enlist the help of a physical therapist. To help keep you motivated, work out with a buddy.
For people with osteoarthritis, eating right and exercising can help ease pain, increase physical function, and improve quality of life. Make sure your fitness plan incorporates strength training, aerobic activities, range of motion exercises, and stretching to increase flexibility. If you have special limitations or severe pain, work with your healthcare provider to design a program that works for you. Over-the-counter pain medication may help ease aches before or after workouts. Follow your healthcare provider’s advice regarding medication. Foods that may have anti-inflammatory powers include cherries, blueberries, raspberries, broccoli, spinach, onions, kale, beans, and omega-3-rich fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts.
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