podiatry Tag
26 Sep Introducing Flamingo Feet- Silicone Toe Activators
[gallery columns="4" size="medium" ids="784,782"] For so long, we have been encouraging our patients to do foot strengthening exercises. The research is clear. These exercises can prevent or reduce hallux valgus (the dreaded bunion), help with the healing of the plantar fascia (most common cause of heel pain). ...
04 Nov 5 Steps: How to get the most out of your appointment
Have you ever been to an appointment and completely forgotten to ask that really important question? Have you ever left an appointment feeling a little let down or that you have not achieved your objective?11 Nov Toe Cancer Killed Bob Marley
In 1981, the world lost the one and only Bob Marley to a rare type of melanoma in his toe at the age of thirty-six. Contra to popular belief, not all skin cancer’s are caused by Ultra-violet radiation from the sun. Melanoma skin cancer may...
18 Oct Woman Loses Leg After a Pedicure at a Nail Bar
Let us give you some advice on how to choose a safe nail bar, and explain the difference between a Podiatrist and a nail technician.
19 Sep Why does it hurt so bad when I get out of bed?
This article will challenge the conventional view of what CAUSES heel pain. If we keep on doing the same old treatment, we are going to keep getting the same old results, so time for a new perspective.
23 Aug How do you take care of new born babies feet?
It seems like all my friends are having babies at the moment (it must be something in the water!). I am fielding a lot of questions about the best way to care for the little bambinos tootsies. So here goes, top tips your baby will thank you for.
09 Jul Heel Pain Series Week 1: Anatomy
Heel pain is one of the most common conditions we treat as Podiatrists. Most people describe pain on the bottom heel bone (the calcaneus) on the medial side (the side closest to the midline).
17 May Toenail Physics and Treatment for Ingrown Toenails
Why have my nails started growing funny?! Why are they lifting? Are they ingrown? Why me?! We are all too often blissfully unaware of our toes…until they start hurting! Anyone who has had an ingrown nail knows, it is hard to think when your toe is...
10 Apr Got Stinky Feet? We Can Help!
Its embarrassing, it stings the nostrils! Bad foot odour can be conquered and here is how….. Why do feet stink? The 2 main reasons are pretty obvious- Sweat & Poor Hygiene Bacteria can thrive in moist and hospitable environment of your shoe. They can stick around on your...