Walking through Arthritis

An article in Arthritis Today, March-April 2011, encourages walking as exercise for those with arthritis in the feet. Finding the right shoes and a comfortable, appropriate stride will help make the exercise more beneficial with increased flexibilty and range of motion in toe joints. A mdeical professional recommends picking up a wash cloth with your toes to help loosen joints. A foot specialist may provide othrotics or address other foot difficulties to make walking more pleasurable and easy on you feet.

Keep moving is their advice. Be safe -- walk on level soft ground or in a shallow pool. The more you walk the better you will feel, even though it may take a few sessions to feel it.

Not mentioned in the article, but this might be helpful -- if you have arthritis in your feet, try using some Foot Warmers to stimulate blood flow and help flexibility before you go out for a walk. Or put your feet on top of a Back Warmer. It's more affordable and versatile. Check out Maine Warmers' Palm Packs to keep hands warm while walking.