1. There should be 1/2 to 1 thumbs width between the tip of your longest toe and the end of your shoe. 2. Some type of adjustable fastening, whether it’s laces or a strap to properly secure the shoes. 3. A straight or semi curved last of shoe. The last is an imaginary line that […]
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Oct
Oct
Did you know that having diabetes can increase your risk of developing complications in your feet? Diabetes can cause nerve damage called ‘peripheral neuropathy’ or reduce the circulation in your feet which is called ‘peripheral arterial disease’. Nerve damage may appear as numbness in the toes or feet, or as altered sensation with pain or […]
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Oct
Oct
Gait analysis is a system of observations that podiatrists use to study the way your body moves, and how that may be effecting your feet, legs, hips and lower back. During gait analysis, your body’s movements are observed, measured, recorded and assessed. This information is used to make a diagnosis, and then to prescribe treatments […]
06
Oct
Oct
1. Look closer By looking at your feet every day you can check for cracks, sores, infections or dry skin. This is especially important if you have diabetes or chronic health issues. See your podiatrist if you spot anything to avoid complications. 2. Feeling comfortable? Check that your shoes give you the support you deserve […]
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Aug
Aug
Not sure what to look for in a pair of shoes? Dozens of pairs in your wardrobe but none that feel quite right? Wearing the right shoes is an important step in keeping our feet healthy and happy. Everyday your feet walk thousands of steps and your shoes are an important factor in protecting them […]
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Aug
Aug
Many people resign themselves to painful burning or numb feet, thinking this is a normal change in the body with age. Whilst this can be caused by conditions like diabetes or by treatments like chemotherapy, there are other reasons for this sensation to occur. One of the common causes of this is, especially in the […]
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Aug
Aug
Podiatrists treat a wide variety of conditions. From heel pain and ankle sprains through to fungal and ingrown nails they look after many types of patients. One of the more common appointments for podiatrists is general care. General care consists of trimming nails and removing the dry and dead skin from the foot. This is […]
06
Aug
Aug
Have your toes started to spread apart for no apparent reason? Are they crossing over the top of each other and making it harder to find shoes that fit? Are the balls of your feet painful, especially when walking barefoot? All these issues are often linked, and may be a result of an injury to […]
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Jul
Jul
Many people think “my mother/father/grandmother has bunions, so I’m bound to get them too”. Whilst genetics play a major factor in how our feet work, bunions are not inherited. When our feet are flexible and roll in the big toe joint ends up working exceptionally hard. The extra force jams up the joint, causing it […]
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Jul
Jul
Sever’s Disease is the most common form of heel pain in children. It is a temporary condition that affects growing children. The heel pain occurs when the Achilles tendon repetitively pulls on the back of the heel bone irritating the growth plate. Growth plates are found at the ends of our bones and allow the […]