Coming in for regular foot care treatments is very important to your ongoing health and comfort. There are a range of issues, from corns and calluses to ingrown toenails that can create mobility issues and pain in your feet. Even if you avoid these unpleasant side-effects, most people are self-conscious about their feet when they have unsightly problems like verrucas.
A standard podiatry appointment is usually enough to treat run-of-the-mill issues – a corn, a small callus, or a problematic nail. If you have multiple issues you may find you need an extended podiatry appointment to ensure there’s enough time to handle everything.
But sometimes, clients require a little more care. This is where a complex podiatry appointment comes into play.
What Is A Complex Podiatry Appointment?
We usually book clients into a complex podiatry appointment when they have a regular issue that needs addressing, but they also need to chat about another issue that isn’t quite so standard.
Certain treatments – like orthotics – require a longer conversation in order to decide the best course of action and get an appointment set up.
Times You Might Need A Complex Appointment…
If you find yourself facing a more complicated issue with your feet, booking a complex appointment will give us the chance to fully discuss your issue. We’ll make sure you understand the condition, how it can affect you, and what the various treatment options are. We’ll then decide on a course of treatment and book any appointments needed.
But what constitutes a complex foot issue? Here are a few problems that might require you to book a complex podiatry appointment…
Sports Injuries And Rehabilitation…
If you’ve been injured while playing sports and you’re ready to get back in the game, you may need rehabilitation to help your feet recover. Precisely what is required here will depend on the nature of your injury and several other factors. For that reason, it requires a complex appointment.
Diabetes…
Diabetics frequently develop issues with their feet as a result of diabetic neuropathy. This is essentially nerve damage that develops in the foot over time. Because the nerve damage causes you to lose feeling and sensation in your feet, you might find you hurt them without realising. For example, you could step on a piece of broken glass and not feel it. This can lead to injuries and wounds on the feet that go untreated, causing other problems.
Orthotics…
There are several lifelong conditions that require specialist orthotics to manage. Illness, injury, and the natural ageing process can also lead to the development of issues that require orthotics, either temporarily or permanently.
If you require prescription orthotics like braces, insoles, callipers, splints, speciality footwear, spinal helmets and jackets, a complex appointment will be needed to explore your needs and find the best possible solution. and helmets that help people recover from or avoid injury, or live with lifelong conditions.
Ready to get your feet sorted? Book a complex podiatry appointment now…
