Happy, Shiny and Healthy Feet: Facts about Podiatry Happy, Shiny and Healthy Feet: Facts about Podiatry

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Happy, Shiny and Healthy Feet: Facts about Podiatry

Hi, my name is Carrie, and I love to walk through the sand in bare feet. Unfortunately, over the years, a number of feet fungi and toe injuries have made my feet look not their best. To improve their look, I have met multiple times with a podiatrist, and I have also done a lot of research on home remedies for feet beautification. In this blog, I plant to explore everything that I know about feet. If you want to make your feet smoother, cleaner, healthier or any other positive attribute, I hope that you find the information you need here. Together, we will find the path to beautiful feet. Thanks for reading! --Carrie

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Could Your Heel Pain be Plantar Fasciitis ?

24 May 2023
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If you are suffering from heel pain, particularly in the sole of your foot near the heel, it may be plantar fasciitis: a very common foot ailment. Here's how to identify the symptoms and the best ways to relieve the discomfort. What Is Your Plantar Fascia? The powerful band of tissue known as the plantar fascia runs from the base of your toes to the heel bone. When walking, it cushions impact and supports the arch of the foot. Read More 

What can you expect from your first podiatrist’s appointment?

9 February 2023
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Podiatrists are doctors who specialise in ailments affecting the feet. If you have any pain or other problems with your feet, an appointment with a podiatrist will be your first step to a solution. Here is a quick guide to what will happen at your appointment. Medical history First of all, you will be asked about your medical history. The podiatrist will need to know about your general state of health and any medications that you are taking. Read More 

As an Athlete, Are You at Risk of Developing Metatarsalgia?

9 February 2022
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If you've been cooped up at home for much too long during the pandemic, you may be really eager to get back onto the sports pitch to reacquaint yourself with your favourite pastime. Yet, it's important to take your time and bed yourself in once again as, unfortunately, injuries are all too common in this situation. What is one of the most well-known foot injuries caused by overenthusiasm, and what are some of the biggest risk factors? Read More 

How Orthotic Inserts Can Help Athletes With Heel Spurs

30 June 2021
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Taking care of your foot health is a top priority for any athlete, but the wear and tear caused by constant training and competitions inevitably takes its toll. Athletes of all stripes are vulnerable to a variety of conditions that can affect the feet, and heel spurs can be particularly painful and debilitating for both amateur and professional athletes. What Are Heel Spurs? Any activity that involves a lot of running and jumping naturally places the heels of your feet under a great deal of stress, causing minor damage to the bones, ligaments and tissues within. Read More 

Help Your Child Keep Up With Their Classmates

6 August 2019
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A child who is unable to play with their classmates or keep up during PE class is an unhappy child, indeed. One of the most common reasons for this is because their feet are letting them down. As the parent of a child who is often complaining about sore feet, here are three tell-tale signs that an appointment at your local podiatry clinic is one way to help your child regain an even-footed relationship with even the fastest child in their class. Read More