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SUPPORT Archive 08-24

FOOT & ANKLE ARTHRITIS:
THE SUPPORT PROTOCOL

Foot and ankle arthritis can make every step feel stiff, achy, or limited — whether you’re walking, standing, or staying active.

The CAUSE OF PAIN

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CARTILAGE WEAR & TEAR

Over time, joint cartilage becomes thinner, leading to stiffness and soreness with movement.

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REDUCED JOINT FLUID

After 40, natural joint lubrication decreases, creating friction and stiffness.

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LIMITED MOBILITY

Restricted ankle movement forces the surrounding joints and tissues to overwork.

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SWELLING & INFLAMMATION

Fluid buildup around the joint increases pressure and discomfort.

Supports Circulation & Reduces Daily Discomfort

Phase 1: Release & Mobilize

Focusing on myofascial release and non-weight bearing range of motion to reduce acute inflammation.

Ankle Circles

Ankle Circles

Sit or stand and slowly rotate your ankle in a full circle 10 times each direction.

3 SETS | 60 SEC mobility
Calf stretch

Calf Stretch

Place hands on a wall and step one leg back, keeping the heel down and knee straight as you lean forward.

3 SETS | 45 SEC stretch
Toe Flexion & Extension

Toe Flexion & Extension

Gently pull your toes upward toward your shin until you feel a stretch in the arch.

2 SETS | 20 REPS stretch
Gentle Heel Toe Walking

Gentle Heel, Toe Walking

Walk slowly by landing on your heel first and rolling through to your toes with each step to retrain proper foot mechanics.

2 SETS | 2 MIN mobility

Phase 2: Functional Strength

Gradual loading and proprioceptive training to build the intrinsic muscle support needed for joint stability.

Calf Raises

Calf Raises

Lift your heels off the floor to stand on your toes, then slowly lower back down.

3 SETS | 15 REPS
Mini squats

Single Leg Balance

Stand on one foot and hold your balance for 20–30 seconds, using a wall for support if needed.

3 SETS | 12 REPS
Resistance Band

Resistance Band, Ankle Work

Anchor a resistance band around your foot and slowly pull your ankle through controlled movements—up, down, in, or out—while keeping your leg steady to strengthen the surrounding stabilizer muscles.

4 SETS | 10 REPS
Short foot exercises

Short Foot Exercises

Controlled movements that activate and strengthen the deep muscles of the arch to improve foot stability, balance, and overall lower-body alignment.

2 SETS | 30 SEC HOLD

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