The physiotherapist and member of the Friends of Health Association said that the pilgrimage, despite its religious greatness, requires a great physical effort that may be a challenge for pilgrims, especially those who suffer from chronic pain in the joints and muscles.
She emphasized that prior physical preparation is an essential element in alleviating the hardship of Hajj and achieving healthy and sound performance.
She added that prevention is better than treatment, advising pilgrims by consulting a physiotherapist before traveling enough to develop a qualifying program for strengthening muscles that are commensurate with the condition of each pilgrim.
She stressed the importance of wearing a comfortable shoe that provides good support for the foot, with the need to use special supports in the event of a foot surface to reduce the pain resulting from long walking, noting that these stents are available in pharmacies.
Al -Nasaba explained that cold compresses can be used by freezing water bottles and rolling them under the foot during the Hajj season to relieve stress.
It recommended raising the feet during the rest to reduce the swelling caused by long walking, stressing the importance of using knee or leg supports while walking to reduce pressure and reduce pain.
The rolling tips included taking medical creams that help relax the muscles to use after walking or when you feel tired.
She drew attention to the importance of lengthening exercises in relieving back pain, explaining that positions such as “cat and sentences” and “long prostration” are effective in resting muscles and relieving cramps.
She concluded her speech by emphasizing that these simple measures contribute to reducing physical suffering during the performance of the rituals, and helps the pilgrim to perform his obligatory comfort and safety.
