28 November 2022
Fungus is a micro-organism that lives in our environment. Fungus requires damp, dark and warm conditions to colonise and grow. Our feet can often provide these perfect conditions. As well as infecting the skin (known as Athletes Foot) it can affect the toenails (Onychomycosis). Although painless, Onychomycosis, can look unsightly and can gradually destroy the […]
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 [...]
29 March 2022
Here are my triathlete top tips for keeping your feet in tip-top condition before a Triathlon. But let me say that foot preparation needs to start long before race day, if you want a PB! On your marks… Keep your skin in best condition possible. Keep good foot hygiene. Wash them after each training session. […]
21 April 2020
The right footwear is important to daily life. Footwear is often a big contributing factor to foot problems. In some cases, changing your footwear is the only treatment you will need for pain free feet. A good shoe is not the same thing as an expensive shoe. Features of a good shoe Good fastening A […]
1 April 2020
Skin is the largest organ in the body and offers a protective barrier against the outside environment. When intact, it is a waterproof, smooth, flexible and protective layer. However, dry skin can become cracked. This compromises the protective barrier and can leave you open to infection. Dry skin can create micro splits and fissures allowing […]
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 […]
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