I have found that if I miss just one day of exercise, my foot will begin to ache and subtle RSD symptoms will creep back into my foot and leg. Therefore, regardless of the weather, or how ill I happen to feel (for example, even if I have the flu), I walk at least 45 minutes every single day. To help keep me in the walking habit, last year we purchased two very active and energetic Australian Blue Heelers, who need daily exercise.
My Current Remission Regimen
To stay healthy, I stretch and then walk 3 miles daily, do some form of aerobic exercise two to three times a week (biking, stair-climbing, rowing, swimming, etc.), and lift weights one to two times a week. In the summer, I play golf and hike. Periodically, I massage my foot and I take hot baths almost nightly to increase blood flow to the extremities. I avoid contact sports, such as soccer and basketball, because I am aware that injuries can trigger new bouts of RSD. I have not yet tried other non-contact sports such as tennis, but plan to in the near future.
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