Old age begins in the feet. How to Improve Circulation in Your Feet and Get Rid of Problems: 4 Exercises and Tips from a Neurologist

 

Have you seen what the feet of many older people look like? They tend to look tired, as though marked by time. It’s not just about age: throughout life the feet support our weight, keep us moving and face constant overloads. Over the years, decreased mobility and poor circulation end up taking their toll.

Caring for your feet isn’t just about appearance—it’s essential for your overall health. Your feet support your entire body, and their condition affects how comfortably you walk, the health of your joints, and even proper blood circulation.

Three fundamental pillars for foot health

1. Circulation: the basis of everything

The feet are well known as the “second heart” because of the fact that they help propel blood back upward.

As we move, the muscles of the legs and feet act as a pump that favors venous return.

If the feet remain immobile, this function is weakened: varicose veins, swelling, heaviness, and even risk of thrombosis appear. Additionally, cold and pale feet are a clear sign of poor circulation.

2. Mobility: key for joints and muscles

Each step requires the foot to move properly from heel to toe, cushioning the weight. As this mechanism fails, not only the feet suffer, but also other parts of the body:

Pain in heels or soles.
Plantar fasciitis or heel spur.
Tension in the calf muscles, with risk of inflammation in tendons.
Overload in the knees, hips and lower back.

3. The Support: The Base of the Body

Our feet bear the body’s weight and absorb the impact of every step. When they aren’t functioning properly, the pressure is unevenly distributed, leading to issues like toe deformities, corns, calluses, and pain in the joints of the back and hips.

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