Unlocking the Benefits of Physical Activity (PA) for Foot Health in People With Inflammatory Arthritis

14 May 2025
Podiatry and Foot Health Programme

Session Learning Outcomes:

  • Describe the role of PA in managing symptoms of inflammatory arthritis in the foot: Recognise the physiological and psychological benefits of PA for people with inflammatory arthritis and foot symptoms.
  • Explore the impact of PA on inflammation and pain within the foot: Consider how exercise can help reduce foot and ankle inflammation, decrease pain, and improve overall joint health.
  • Evaluate safety considerations and contraindications: Identify the potential risks and limitations of PA/exercise prescription. Consider how PA/exercise plans might be personalised to suit individual needs (drawing on new BSR guidance). 
  • Identify possible masqueraders for symptoms of active inflammatory arthritis disease within the foot: fibromyalgia, menopause symptoms, tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, OA, Peripheral Arterial Disease 
Speakers
Lindsey Cherry
Lindsey Cherry, Associate Professor, University of Southampton and Podiatrist, Sea City PCN
Charlotte Dando
Charlotte Dando, Podiatrist and NIHR Fellow, University of Southampton

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