What is Arthritis?
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It is a painful condition that causes inflammation in the joints and affects over 10 million people in the UK, including an estimated 12,000 children. It usually develops around middle age (45+) and is most commonly found in women and those with a family history of osteoarthritis.
The symptoms of foot and lower body arthritis include painful swelling, inflammation, plus stiffness in the feet, ankles, knees and legs.
The Causes of Foot and Lower Body Arthritis
Apart from genetics, several different factors can lead to arthritis. Common causes include:
- Your weight; many overweight people suffer from arthritis.
- Previous injuries can lead to arthritis in the affected joint.
- Repetitive action that puts stress on a particular joint. Runners, walkers, dancers, and construction workers are examples of people at risk.
Treatment and Prevention at Foot Solutions
The good news is that healthy living and early detection can help prevent, delay and reduce most arthritis symptoms. Often, losing a little weight and wearing the right footwear can minimise pain and greatly improve mobility and quality of life.
Our trained professionals will be delighted to help you. They analyse each customer’s situation, from the early stages of arthritis to extreme conditions and recommend appropriate solutions.
We offer a range of products proven to lessen the impact of arthritis on your life. These include:
- Custom Arch Supports and Insoles
- Foot Care Accessories
- Extra depth footwear with soft, comfortable linings.
We stock a wide range of high quality footwear that can help relieve pressure on affected areas. We also help customers deal with weight load problems experienced during walking, as well as other issues inherent to arthritic conditions. We regularly work with medical professionals to ensure the most effective treatment of arthritis and other painful foot conditions.