When your knee, hip or lower back starts hurting, your feet may not be the first place you think to look. But the way your feet move can influence how the rest of your body moves too. Our feet provide the foundation for standing, walking and running. If something changes in the way your feet […]
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What Happens During Your First Podiatry Appointment?
If you’ve never been to a podiatrist before, you might be wondering what actually happens during an appointment. Will you need treatment straight away? Should you bring your usual shoes? And what exactly will the podiatrist be looking for? There’s really nothing to worry about. Your first podiatry appointment is an opportunity for us to […]
Why Do My Feet Hurt When I First Get Out of Bed?
Have you ever stepped out of bed in the morning only to experience a sharp pain in your heel or the sole of your foot? If so, morning foot pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a podiatrist. While the discomfort often eases as you start moving, it’s important not to ignore […]
Diabetes and Your Feet: How to Keep Them Healthy and Reduce Your Risk of Complications – 2026 Guidelines
When living with diabetes, looking after your feet is an important part of maintaining your overall health and wellbeing. Diabetes can affect circulation and sensation in your feet, meaning small issues can sometimes go unnoticed and develop into more serious problems. Fortunately, most diabetes-related foot complications are preventable. With regular foot assessments, good daily foot […]
Why Are My Toes Going Numb? Common Causes of Tingling and Numb Toes
Have you ever noticed your toes suddenly feeling numb, tingly, or like they’ve “fallen asleep”? While occasional numbness can happen after sitting in an awkward position, or wearing tight shoes, ongoing tingling or loss of feeling in the toes should be looked at. At Sanders Podiatry, we regularly see people who are concerned about numbness, […]
Is it Plantar Fasciitis or just tired feet? How to tell the difference
After a long day on your feet, it’s completely normal to feel a bit sore and tired. But what if that discomfort starts to feel sharper, more persistent, or even worse in the morning? One of the most common conditions we see at Sanders Podiatry is plantar fasciitis – and it’s often mistaken for “just […]
Footcare for young athletes: Preventing sports injuries
Football, soccer, netball, basketball and athletics are wonderful for building confidence, fitness and teamwork in young people. Sport keeps kids active, connected and learning valuable life skills. But with growing and changing bodies, young athletes can also be more vulnerable to foot and lower leg injuries. At Sanders Podiatry Clinics in Linden Park, Mt Barker […]
The common foot problems we see after summer (and how to prevent them)
Summer usually means people are more active without thinking much about it. More time outdoors, extra walking on holidays, longer days on your feet, and more time in thongs or barefoot means your feet have to cope with additional strain more than they normally would compared to cooler months. What we often see at Sanders […]
Foot care through the ages – what your feet need at every life stage
Your feet support you through every stage of life, yet they’re often the most overlooked part of the body. From a child’s first steps to staying mobile and independent later in life, foot health plays a vital role in comfort, movement, and overall wellbeing. The needs of your feet change over time, and understanding those […]
Why ignoring foot pain can lead to bigger problems
Foot pain is one of those things many people try to push through. A sore heel after a walk, aching arches at the end of the day, or a painful toenail can feel like a minor inconvenience – something to deal with later. But ignoring foot pain can lead to bigger problems, not just in […]