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Exercise and the aging foot
1Department of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Medical College Hospitals, Elkins Park, PA 19117.
Southern Medical Journal
|May 1, 1994
Summary
Active seniors over 55 experience common foot problems from activities like running and swimming. This paper reviews these geriatric foot disorders and their treatments for a quick return to fitness.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric medicine
- Sports medicine
- Podiatry
Background:
- Increased popularity of physical fitness among seniors.
- Higher incidence of foot complaints in active adults over 55.
- Feet are crucial for athletic participation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify common foot disorders in active geriatric patients.
- To outline conservative and surgical management strategies.
- To facilitate early return to pain-free activity.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of common foot disorders in active seniors.
- Discussion of various treatment options.
- Focus on conservative and surgical interventions.
Main Results:
- Identification of prevalent foot conditions in the geriatric athletic population.
- Overview of management approaches for these conditions.
- Emphasis on achieving pain-free ambulation.
Conclusions:
- Active geriatric individuals are prone to specific foot ailments.
- Comprehensive management strategies are available for geriatric foot disorders.
- Early and effective treatment promotes sustained physical activity in seniors.