When dealing with ingrown toenails, especially ones that are recurring, there are several treatment options available. The method that provides the best chance of improvement involves removing the edge of the nail under local anaesthetic. After removal the nail wedge the base of the nail has an acid applied to it. This acid prevents future […]
Monthly Archives: October 2022
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Pain across the top of the foot is a common complaint for podiatry patients. One of the more common, but more serious conditions are midfoot stress fractures, in particular the navicular bone. It often presents as a midfoot ache that comes on after activity. This pain can spread to the arch and across the rest […]
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Pain can occur under the big toe and it’s joint due to a number of different conditions. One of the more concerning conditions is sesamoiditis. This is where the sesamoid bones, which are two small bones that lie under the big toe joint, become inflamed. These bones are crucial for the function of the big […]