Podiatrist Dr. Dennis Frisch states, "if you have or suspect you have foot arthritis, have your feet checked by a rheumatologist or podiatrist at least once a year. We recommend yearly visits to be sure there aren’t any changes in your feet and to see whether any devices you may have been given, such as braces or orthotics, are working appropriately. And if you’re having pain, don’t wait for your yearly visit. See your doctor right away. A good exercise for arthritic feet can be as simple as wiggling your toes. Frisch has his patients use the TV as an exercise aid. When a commercial comes on, use that time to wiggle. Stretching is good to help joint mobility, but don’t do it to the point where you’re hurting yourself."
Academy Foot and Orthotic Clinics treats many patients who suffer from arthritis successfully. If you or a loved one requires honest, competent advice or quality foot care and custom orthotics, please do not hesitate to contact us at 416-465-8737.