13 February 2024
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that patients often bring to clinic with complaints of heel pain, especially noticeable in the morning or after rest. It occurs due to inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue connecting the heel bone to the toes. While conventional treatments like rest, stretching, and orthotics are [...]
20 September 2022
Foot care and foot health awareness in patients with Dementia. With advancing Dementia, someone will be less able to tell you they are in pain. Often hidden away in slippers, poor foot health, long uncomfortable toenails, painful corns will start to restrict their mobility, increase their risk of falling and increase their inactivity/isolation . This […]
26 July 2022
Chiropodist and Podiatrist: We frequently get asked what the difference is between a Chiropodist and a Podiatrist, and in fact there is no difference! Chiropodist/Podiatrist is a dual title held by anyone who has completed a BSc degree in Podiatry in the UK since the 90's. The training to become a qualified practitioner involves 3 [...]
20 January 2020
Malignant Melanoma is a form of cancer. It develops from a type of pigment cell called a Melanocyte. Melanomas cause around 7,000 deaths per year. The GOOD NEWS is that if we can catch them in their early stages, melanomas are almost entirely curable. But if they are located on harder to spot areas, like the […]
11 June 2019
In the winter our feet are often out of sight and out of mind. But summer is here, let’s get them out and be proud and comfortable! Here are some top tips to get your feet summer ready and to reduce the appearance of cracked heels. Toenails: Ladies, take a break from nail polish for […]
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