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