Definition
Is described as the inflammation and swelling of the cartilage and lining of the joints, is generally accompanied by an increase in joint fluid, and certainly affects the lower part of your body, making the normal activities of walking and moving very difficult and giving you arthritis foot pain. Inflammation causes redness, warmth, pain and swelling.
Cause
Can be inherited. If a family member have arthritis foot pain. You could be at a higher risk.
Bacteria and virus infections.
Common types of Arthritis: Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic disease characterized by non-specific inflammation of the joints of the hands and feet. Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease that can affect people of all ages. This chronic disease may lead to joint destruction, and typically causes severe forefoot problems such as bunions, hammertoes, claw toes and others.
Osteoarthritis, or degenerative arthritis, is common in the geriatric population, and affects one or more joints. Predisposing factors include aging, obesity and trauma. Bony changes such as spurring, cartilage destruction, cystic changes and joint space narrowing may also occur. Osteoarthritis can cause arthritis foot pain.
Treatment & Prevention
Aerobic exercise that builds cardiovascular endurance, such as walking, biking, or swimming.
Flexibility exercise, such as stretching or joint-specific exercises.
Wear appropriate footwear, which is deep enough to accommodate your feet. Have your foot complaints treated by a chiropodist regularly.
If a joint is swollen then the use of ice packs and anti-inflammatory creams can be of some benefit.
