How Your Family Can Become More Active
Your body is made to move and yet we are becoming more sedentary than ever. Most people view physical activity and exercise as a chore, and we know that kids don’t like chores, so the goal is to change the way that we view exercise. The key is to make exercise fun because let’s face it, it can be boring. Here are some tips to get you and your family more active today.
Top Tips For Healthier Takeaways
It’s looking like it will be a longer wait before we can get back to restaurants and most of us are sick of our own cooking at this stage, turning to the plethora of takeaways and meal kits now available.
How To Manage Cold Feet At Home
Suffering from cold feet is almost inevitable during the winter months, especially when the weather is cold and damp. Your feet may be pale and cold to touch.
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Fat
Should you cut out fat in your diet to improve your health? Dietitian Michelle is here to bust some myths! For further reading on sustainable weight loss by Michelle, click here.
Caring For Blisters
We all know the pain associated with a new blister. Be that after a long walk or after a short time wearing new shoes. This blog provides you with tips and tricks to treat and prevent blisters caused by friction.
What If Food Isn’t The Problem?
Food is the easiest scapegoat when it comes to managing weight, but it’s not always the root issue. Dietitian Michelle shows us other factors to consider and to look at the picture as a whole first.
How To Deal With Bunions
Are your feet changing shape? Do you see a prominent bump at the side and base of your big toe? Has it become painful and gotten worse over time? Do you find it difficult to buy comfortable shoes? These are some signs indicating you have a bunion. Read on to find out some more details and what you can do.
What You Need To Know About Cracked Heels
Cracked heels occur when there is a fissure or a break in the skin around the edges of the heels where the skin can be dry or thickened. These cracks can be closed or become open which can be unsightly and quite painful when standing or walking.
My Toenail Is Loose – What Do I Do?
Did you stub your toe? Is your nail very loose? In this blog we discuss how to manage a loose toenail.
What Is Morton’s Neuroma?
Does it feel like you’re walking on a pebble, maybe even a hot stone? Do you experience shooting, burning sensations in the ball of your foot? Then it is likely to be Morton’s neuroma. Continue reading to find out more about this painful condition and what to do about it.
Verruca: A Podiatrist’s Perspective
Here is everything you need to know about verrucae, as well as treating and preventing them.
What You Need To Know About Athlete’s Foot
Do you have itchy feet? Is it red and scaly? Is it spreading? Do other members of your family have it too? Here we discuss all about athlete’s foot and how to treat and prevent it.
Preventing And Treating Plantar Fasciitis (Part 2)
Are you trying to deal with heel pain and plantar fasciitis? Is it negatively impacting your life? Are you looking for relief? If so, this blog is for you! In this second part of our series, we discuss the prevention and treatment of plantar fasciitis.
Everything You Want To Know About Plantar Fasciitis (Part 1)
Are you suffering from heel pain? Is it painful to walk the first few steps in the morning? Is it sore after rest? You may have plantar fasciitis. Don’t ignore this pain, hoping it will go away, as it usually gets worse without treatment. In this first part of our series on Plantar Fasciitis, we’ll look at the symptoms and causes of this condition.
Callus, Corn Or Verruca? How To Tell What You Have On Your Foot
Is there something on your foot that is bothering you? Is it painful? Do you want to know what it is and how to get rid of it? Here we discuss the differences between a corn, a callus and a verruca.
How To Stop Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are a surprising condition. They’re surprisingly painful; a reasonably common refrain is, “I know it looks like nothing but you would not believe how much it hurts”. They’re also surprisingly hard to heal – sometimes, by the time people arrive in the clinic, it has been going on for six months, often without any neglect. And usually, they are surprisingly easy to prevent. They definitely fall into the category of “much easier to avoid than treat,” and you will save a lot of money doing so.
Fungal Nails: Everything You Need To Know
Do you have discoloured nails? Are they a yellow or brown colour? You likely have fungal nails. Here we talk all about fungal nails, the treatment options and what a podiatrist can do for you.
Lower Limb Pain? A Biomechanical Assessment Could Help!
Do you have pain in your feet or lower limbs? Is it something you’ve meant to get checked but never got around to? Don’t worry, our podiatrists are experts in lower limb biomechanics – i.e. the way we move and walk. We can help get you walking or running pain free once again. Read on to find out how we can help and what to expect during your podiatry appointment.