Podiatry (noun) po·di·a·try pə-ˈdī-ə-trē Podiatry is the medical care and treatment of the human foot. As this is a fairly broad definition, let's explore the scope of Podiatry a bit further. Podiatry covers many issues, from toenail care to intricate surgeries for...
While Melbourne summers may not always be scorching, they often inspire people to trade in their winter Uggs, slip into their thongs, or even go barefoot when heading out. However, over the hotter months, this change can lead to specific foot-related issues, or worsen...
COMMON PROBLEMS WITH THE FEET IN WINTER This month we will be talking about winter foot problems, with winter fast approaching we thought it was the perfect time to revisit some of the common things we see in winter and whatto look out for. This month we will discuss...
Diabetes - A Complex Condition Diabetes is a complex condition that can affect the entire body and if not properly managed can lead to complications that impact an individual's quality of life. There are 3 main types of diabetes; Type 1, Type 2 and Gestational...
What are they? They are boney prominences most commonly occurring on the big toe joint (1st metatarsophalangeal joint) they can also commonly occur on the 5th toe or the small toe and this is commonly called either a tailor's bunion or a bunionette. But this is less...
The Way You Walk and Run Walking and running is part of most people’s everyday life, but we rarely stop to think about the ‘way’ we walk, or how we ‘look’ when we run - unless someone points it out to us, sometimes embarrassingly so! (I’ve been told multiple times I...
Prefabricated Orthotics All orthotic devices aim to assist an individual's biomechanical needs. Prefabricated devices are commonly used for arch pain, plantar fasciitis, heel pain. We have found them to have great success when fitted and employed correctly....
Orthotics--What are they? Orthotics are devices made to assist an individual's biomechanical function and either support, increase or restrict particular movements through the feet. They can be used to manage an array of conditions, and are used for people of all...
With winter’s cold bite comes a surge in foot & ankle issues, especially Raynaud’s, chilblains & toe pain—common conditions we’ve been treating more often. Both of these tend to flare up during colder weather, causing reduced blood flow, discomfort, and skin...