How to Treat Ingrown Toenails: a Complete Guide
When it comes to foot problems, ingrown toenails can be one of the most painful and debilitating. Not only are they extremely painful; they can also lead to dangerous infections and make it hard to go to work or participate in life. Our podiatrists have collectively treated thousands of ingrown toenails over the years. Using […]
How to get rid of plantar warts
Plantar warts are one of the many foot problems which most of us will experience in our lifetime. Chances are you or someone you know has had one at some point in their lives, but usually when young. They are a very common skin problem that podiatrists see every day! Questions we get asked are […]
Podiatry for Stroke Patients
Strokes are a condition which affects a large number of Australians. Every nineteen minutes someone has a stroke. One in four of us will have a stroke in our lifetime. Stroke is a big killer, but it also has long-lasting detrimental effects if survived. Some of these effects result in the need for podiatry for […]
How do our feet change as we age?
Let’s talk about ageing feet! Some people may have been lucky and never had any foot problems, or maybe they have a history of issues like plantar fasciitis, either way, most people will start to experience some kind of changes to their feet as they reach the later portion of their life. Have you ever […]
Products for diabetic foot care
When you have diabetes taking care of your feet is so important. Diabetes leads to a much higher risk of foot problems such as reduced sensation, foot deformity, skin problems and ulceration. Learn more about the risks of diabetes here. Some of these problems can be prevented or helped with products for diabetic foot care. […]
At home foot care tips for the elderly
While visiting the podiatrist is an excellent way to screen for problems and improve the feel and function of your feet, there are still a number of things you can do at home without the help of a professional. This is particularly important for the older population who are more at risk of foot problems. […]