Similar to adults - kids feet come in all shapes and sizes. But unlike their parents most kids are changing quickly with every year that passes, so the expected shape, flexibility, reflexes, strength and function of their feet, ankles and knees are assessed &...
Children can seem like to grow from little crawlers to running athlete’s in the blink of an eye, with a lot of bumps and trips along the way! Below are some of the most common problems we see in the clinic that should be checked for in babies, toddlers, adolescents...
FOOT MOBILISATION THERAPY (FMT) FOR IMPROVED JOINT MOVEMENT & REDUCING PAIN The team at Holistic Foot Clinic recently undertook further training in the emerging technique known as Foot Mobilisation. This full day course was run by Tito Pignetti & Michael...
What can I do at home to manage my skin & nail conditions? Once you understand the likely cause of your conditions, and have been treated for them in clinic, there are often a number of vital steps for you to take at home. These treatments & home remedies can...
How can podiatry help fix your skin and nail problems? Tackling the skin and nail issues we’ve discussed can be difficult, and while they are sometimes minor enough to ease on their own, they often require a bit of clinical treatment to get the healing process...
Hey guys, today we’re going to be talking about dermatological issues of the foot, otherwise known as skin & nail problems faced by podiatrists in the clinic. Over this series of video & blog updates we’re going to be covering: 1) common dermatological...
What is it? Plantar Fasciitis is a common foot complaint which presents as pain experienced under the foot in the heel region. It is commonly referred to as ‘heel spurs’ but is more correctly known as plantar fasciitis. The condition is often caused by subtle changes...
What is It? Plantar Fasciitis is a common foot complaint which presents as pain experienced under the foot in the heel region. It is commonly referred to as ‘heel spurs’ but is more correctly known as plantar fasciitis. The condition is often caused by subtle changes...
Let's talk about TINEA What is it? Tinea pedis or tinea as it is more commonly known is actually a fungal infection of the skin. It presents in the clinic a lot in the summer and we're getting deep into the spring so the heat going to start coming on and this...
What are they? An ingrown toe nail is when one of your nails grows into the surrounding skin. Ingrown toenails will usually cause pain, redness and swelling and if left untreated can often result in an infection. The ingrown nail may also apply pressure to the skin...