Over the summer, Sue Asher conducts an aerobic swimming class for the elderly near Manville, NJ. The class involves movement of the feet, legs, and arms with exercises that include arm circles and walking around the pool. The class helps the participants with their arthritis and other joint problems, but it is not too tiring.

“Class starts at 10:45 but between 10:30 and 10:45 we catch up on things that are happening in the town, happening with the senior citizens and it is our social time,” Asher said. “Then we do our exercises and work hard.”

Swimming is very helpful in relieving joint pain and exercising the feet. If you want to learn more about the benefits swimming has on the feet, contact Dr. Kevin Lapoff at Lake Worth Foot & Ankle Care. Dr. Lapoff will let you know if you have any lower extremity problems that could be resolved by exercising in the water.

Benefits of Swimming and Foot care

Our feet receive the most stress on a daily basis. Walking, running, and long standing contribute to pain and stress on the feet. Swimming helps promote circulation and keep the body feeling great and healthy.

Benefits of swimming:

Improve blood circulation

• Swimming is a good, safe way to get in extra physical activity and improve circulation, without causing further trauma to the feet

Relieve aches or pains

• It takes all the pressure off of them, allowing the feet to relax and recover, and     improves blood flow to them.

Circulation overall for diabetics

• Swimming contributes to blood flow, and increase oxygen levels within the body.

Reduce foot inflammation

• Swimming in warm water can increase blood flow and make it easier to move       and stretch the afflicted foot. The feet are also exposed in water, giving them much needed air.

Swimming the helpful alternative:

Many people like the elderly and diabetics suffer from weakened muscles and joints. A water sport like swimming will support the body, thus allowing him or her to move freely.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Lake Worth, FL. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

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