The Podiatry Blog

We can’t stress enough the importance of taking care of the health of your feet as you would normally do with your eyes and teeth. It doesn’t matter if you [...]

You might not have come across the term ‘podiatrist’ before, but they’re extremely important for your health. So what is a podiatrist, and when should you visit one? What is [...]

Corns and calluses are common foot conditions that can cause discomfort and pain. These thickened and hardened areas of skin develop due to repetitive friction or pressure on specific areas [...]

Calluses – hard, thick areas of skin, often on the feet – can be unsightly and uncomfortable. While they’re not generally serious, they can lead to foot pain while you’re [...]

Calluses – hard, thick areas of skin, often on the feet – can be unsightly and uncomfortable. While they’re not generally serious, they can lead to foot pain while you’re [...]

If you’ve ever had an ingrown toenail, you will know that they can be very painful. They can also cause nasty complications, including infection in the bone of your toe [...]

If you have diabetes, you may well suffer from dry feet – causing the skin to peel and crack. Diabetes and dry feet commonly go hand-in-glove (or should that be [...]

Ingrown toenails can be a painful and frustrating experience for anyone—but when it comes to children, the discomfort can feel even more overwhelming. While it may seem like a small [...]

Stubbing your toe, dropping something heavy, or taking a knock during sports can do more damage than you might expect. Toenail trauma is common, and it can be both painful [...]

If you are suffering from a sore heel – whether it has just appeared or you have been experiencing pain for a while – here’s what you need to do [...]

Nail discolouration is something many people experience at some point, but it’s not always easy to know what’s causing it. Is it something minor, like a bruise from stubbing your [...]

Podiatrists are healthcare professionals who treat problems with the feet and lower limbs. Also known as chiropodists, they are able to deal with a wide range of issues such as [...]

Biomechanics can help to ease pain, heal injuries and improve performance in sports, but how does it work, and what does a biomechanical podiatrist do? Here’s everything you need to [...]

If you have problems with your feet, you may well need to visit an expert. There are a variety of professionals who are trained in dealing with issues with the [...]

Your feet – they’re the unsung heroes of our bodies, carrying us from place to place, often with little recognition. That’s why we dedicate ourselves to keeping your feet healthy [...]

Many of us have set routines for looking after our faces (cleanse, tone, moisturise), or our hands (trim nails, manicure, moisturise), but do you have a routine for looking after [...]

Foot Callus Removal: All You Need To Know A callus is an area of hardened skin which has been toughened due to repeated friction or pressure. They are usually caused [...]

You’ve just bought a new pair of fabulous shoes that you wish to rock on your next night out.  Surely high heels are the most stylish choice when it comes [...]

Feet are often underappreciated, especially considering that they keep us moving every single day. However, with them being so overworked, it’s not uncommon for tired feet to become dry and [...]

Toenail Removal: Everything You Need To Know You might need a toenail removal for a variety of reasons. It is a small operation, but it is perfectly normal to feel [...]

Everyday life takes a toll on your feet. Between too-tight shoes, lots of walking, and other activities that cause repeated friction in the same areas of your feet, corns and [...]

Toenail removal surgery, or surgical toenail removal, is a procedure often deemed necessary when dealing with persistent and painful nail conditions. This medical intervention is not a first-line treatment but [...]

Our feet are trusted to carry round our body weight and keep us moving every single day, therefore it’s incredibly important for us to look after them, especially after a [...]

As we step into 2024, it’s time to give a little more thought to those two faithful friends that carry us through our days – our feet. You’ve heard of [...]

Custom foot orthotics are specialised devices designed to support and comfort your feet. In the realm of podiatry, they play a pivotal role in managing various foot conditions, including flat [...]

Orthotics, also known as shoe inserts or insoles, are medical devices that provide support and alignment to the feet, ankles, and lower limbs. They offer relief from foot pain, correct [...]

As podiatrists there are certain questions we hear more than others. “Will my ingrown toenail need surgery?” is probably one of the most common. Nobody relishes the idea of surgery [...]

Shockwave therapy has emerged as a promising and effective treatment option for tendinopathies, which encompass a range of tendon conditions characterised by degeneration or inflammation. Whether it’s Achilles tendinopathy, tennis [...]

Diabetes is a condition that impacts many areas of one’s life, from eyesight to fertility to feet. If you or someone you know have diabetes, you should be followed by [...]

Feet are, quite literally, the foundation of our body. They bring us everywhere we go and help us achieve most of our daily tasks. Sometimes injuries or pathologies might severely [...]

Do you suffer with foot cramps and ankle pains or weakness? A large percentage of the population suffers with some form of feet or ankle problem causing pain and discomfort. [...]

Taking care of your feet is an important part of self-care. As our feet can tell us so much about our health, it’s paramount that we take notice. Not only [...]

They may be an extremity, but your feet can tell you a surprising amount about your health. Most of us are probably guilty of not checking our feet for issues [...]

If you have diabetes, you have a much higher chance of developing problems with your feet. This is because diabetes can affect your circulation and cause a loss of feeling [...]

Think of all of the things that your feet do – they help us to walk, to run, to stand and balance. However, they are also one of the parts [...]

If you are a keen exercise enthusiast, then you’ll know just how annoying it can be when your training plan is thrown off by injury. And when it’s a niggling, [...]

If you’re concerned about your child’s feet, a children’s podiatrist should be able to help. Problems with the feet should be checked as soon as possible, in order to prevent [...]

If you’ve ever had problems with your feet or legs, you’ll know that they can really affect your quality of life. From constant pain to difficulty walking, these medical issues [...]

As a specialist field of medicine, that deals entirely with feet – including diagnosing and treating various injuries, diseases, and deformities that affect your feet and ankles – it can [...]

If you suffer from foot, leg or back pain or frequently experience injuries when you are exercising, you may be considering orthotics. But what are they, and can they really [...]

What is laser therapy? Low level laser therapy involves the controlled delivery of light in short bursts, which penetrates the skin. This stimulates the body’s natural healing process, leading to [...]

Podiatrists are the foot experts keeping your feet healthy. Here’s why you should make an appointment at a podiatry clinic.

Toenail Reconstruction – LCN Wilde-Pedique A highly effective toenail correction system, comprising an extremely elastic UV nail gel that adapts to the movements of the toe. Its unique adhesive properties [...]

We recently got asked this by a concerned client thought it would be good to share the information that was given to her. I have an ingrowing toenail that I [...]

Fungal infections tend to occur in warm moist skin so as the weather gets warmer and we are still in closed shoes it can be a problem. Feet get hot [...]

Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition affecting the heel. It is now referred to as Plantar Heel Pain. Often caused by repeated pounding of the heel on a hard surface or a sudden twist of the heel on an uneven surface.