Your feet are the foundation of the body, supporting the body to move about freely each day. Their structure and alignment impact the health of other joints, including your knees. Therefore problems in the feet can cause biomechanical changes that lead to knee pain in the following ways. 1. Foot alignment affects the knee position […]
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5 questions to ask your podiatrist on your next visit
We’re passionate about helping people maintain healthy feet because we know that good health starts from the ground up. When you look after your feet, you’re looking after your overall health. Heart or circulation problems will often show up in the feet first. This is because the heart must push the blood down to the […]
“Podiatry, more than you think” – Podiatry Week 14-20 October, 2024
The Australian Podiatry Association (APodA) is committed to the advancement of podiatry to improve foot health in the community. The positive impact of podiatric care changes the lives of one in five Australians who suffer from foot pain. Each year, Podiatry Week happens in October to raise awareness in the community about the diverse ways […]
How to keep your feet strong and flexible as you age
Looking after your feet as you get older is vitally important to maintain good health and mobility, to remain living in the comfort of your own home with a good quality of life. As podiatrists we know that good health starts from the feet up. Our ageing population means many of us will live for […]
How to ease foot cramps at night
A muscle cramp is a sudden, continuous, and involuntary muscle spasm that can be quite painful. They often occur in the calves and legs but some of our clients complain of having foot cramps at night. Cramps will go away on their own and in most cases are harmless, unless they’re related to an underlying […]
5 Ways that Stress Affects Your Feet
Stress is a part of modern living but if it isn’t managed, it can have several consequences on our overall health and wellbeing. When we feel stressed, increased levels of stress hormones affect various parts of the body. We already know that stress affects the heart, brain, and our immune system. However, the impact of […]
On your feet all day at work? Here are 5 ways to relieve discomfort and pressure
If your work requires you to be on your feet all day, you may be experiencing niggling discomfort, aching, and tired feet throughout the day and in the evenings. But don’t despair, there are things you can do to help yourself! Below we’ve listed 5 ways to relieve the pressure on your feet if you’re […]
Peripheral artery disease and your feet: symptoms and treatment
What is Peripheral Artery Disease? Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that occurs when the blood vessels outside of your heart, particularly the arteries that supply blood to your limbs become narrowed or blocked. This narrowing is often caused by atherosclerosis, a build-up of plaque that is made up of fats, cholesterol, and other […]
The impact of obesity on the feet
Today over two-thirds of Australian adults are considered overweight or obese*. Our feet have been designed to carry a certain amount of weight. If this weight increases considerably, it can have a significant impact on foot health, leading to various issues such as pain and discomfort, affecting mobility and overall quality of life. Pain and […]
Healthy feet, healthy brain: 5 surprising connections
Our feet are incredibly complex structures that support our entire body weight and facilitate our movements. They contain numerous nerves, muscles, tendons, and bones, all working together to help us walk, run, jump, and stand upright. Neglecting foot health can lead to various issues such as foot pain and decreased mobility. But how does this […]