The body’s circulatory system is responsible for carrying blood, oxygen and nutrients to the cells, and for removing waste products and toxins. Our circulatory system has been intelligently created to travel in one direction to ensure that cells are properly nourished, and everything unwanted and no longer needed is eliminated. If this process is interrupted […]
Healthy feet, healthy heart – how they’re related
The heart is a powerful organ pumping on average 7000 litres of blood through our bodies each day. If the heart’s pumping ability weakens, either through ageing or another health condition, the feet will feel it first. The heart must push the blood down to the feet, which are furthest away from the heart, and […]
Looking After Your Feet During and After Pregnancy
Women’s feet can change significantly during pregnancy and often there isn’t much attention paid to the feet unless there’s pain. Without some care and attention, these changes can cause swelling, discomfort and sometimes ongoing problems. An increase in the hormones oestrogen and relaxin soften the ligaments throughout the body, to prepare the body for childbirth. […]
10 home care tips to look after your feet as you get older
The feet walk hundreds of thousands of kilometres in a lifetime, and by the time you get to 60, they’ve done enough steps to circle the globe more than three times! Imagine that – they deserve an applause! And after 60, they still have plenty more to do. Your foot has 26 bones, 33 joints […]
Chilblains: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What causes Chilblains? Chilblains most often happen in the feet and hands in cold weather. The blood vessels or capillaries in these extremities shrink and so the blood moves around at a slower speed. If you warm up your feet and hands too quickly, the blood vessels dilate rapidly, blood rushes in and can burst […]
How to choose the right school shoes for your children
Shoes are one of the most expensive items you will purchase when heading back to school. Laces, Velcro or buckles, leather shoes or trainers? With so many options for individual preferences, we’ve narrowed down the most essential elements of a good quality school shoe to help you choose well for your child. Children’s feet grow […]
10 Common foot problems in children
If your child is experiencing foot pain, it’s important to seek professional assistance and we recommend this sooner than later. Foot pain is not normal and an indication that something needs attention. We often find that problems in the feet are hereditary. If you can diagnose and act on them while the feet are still […]
Ouch! 5 Consequences Of Wearing Incorrectly Fitting Shoes
We see people every day for numerous foot problems and one thing we know for sure is that good health starts from the feet up. Studies have shown that over thirty percent of women and men wear incorrectly fitting shoes that are not the right length nor width for their feet. This can lead to […]
Ankle Sprains:Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
The ankle has three main ligaments which connect the foot with the lower leg and their role is to keep your ankle stable by preventing too much movement. However, when these ligaments are overstretched or torn due to a sudden movement, the ligaments and surrounding tissues become inflamed and you have a sprained ankle. Ankle […]
High Arches: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
High arches are the opposite of flat feet, which tend to roll inwards or pronate. Feet with high arches don’t pronate or roll inwards at all but maintain a high inside curve. This can cause discomfort or even pain for some people. There could be underlying causes for having high arches such as neuromuscular problems, […]