Foot Health week is organised by the Australian Podiatry Association (APODA) each year in October to bring awareness to the importance of looking after our feet. This year in 2023 the theme is “Podiatry – more than you think”. In the spirit of this theme, this month we’ve listed our most popular educational articles about […]
High risk foot conditions – how to prevent further complications
If you have a “high risk foot” condition, then a little podiatry care can go a long way to ensuring your feet stay healthy for life. Unfortunately, high risk foot conditions can lead to amputations, and many of these can be avoided. Research has shown that at least half of the amputations that occur in […]
Arthritis in the Big Toe: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment (Hallux Rigidus)
If you’re feeling stiffness in your big toe, you may have Hallux Limitus or Hallux Rigidus. Hallux Limitus is stiffness in the big toe which we described in our article here. As the condition progresses, bone spurs and arthritis can develop in the toe and cause it to become rigid and inflamed, with very limited […]
Is your big toe stiff and sore? Causes, symptoms and treatment (Hallux Limitus)
If your big toe is stiff and sore, and you have trouble bending it, you may have Hallux Limitus. The hallux is the big toe joint, where the toe connects to the foot. This condition can lead to an increasingly painful big toe, especially when squatting, running and walking. What causes Hallux Limitus? Hallux Limitus […]
Are flat shoes good for your feet?
If you love your high heels, you’ve probably read plenty about why they should be worn in moderation, and the impact they have on the structure of your feet. But what about flat shoes? How good are flats for your feet? In many cases, they can actually cause pain and discomfort, and contribute or even […]
Heel Spurs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Are you feeling recurring pain in your heel or arch? You might have a heel spur. They are surprisingly common and most people don’t even know they have them. Heel spurs are bony growths on the bottom of the heel where the heel bone connects to the plantar fascia, which is the ligament that runs […]
Standing all day at work? Here are 5 ways to prevent foot pain
Do you stand all day at work? Chances are you are all too familiar with swollen feet, achy arches and sore heels. Whether you’re working as a tradie, in healthcare, retail or hospitality, there are ways to look after your feet to prevent pain and discomfort, and to prevent any future structural or permanent problems. […]
Your kids and their feet: choosing the right footwear and common problems
The new school year is looming, and your to-do list is probably getting longer. School uniforms, lunch boxes, text books, stationery and of course, school shoes. This last item is one we can help you with. We have excellent footwear shops in Adelaide which specialise in fitting school shoes for children. But if you have […]
Stress Fractures in The Foot and Ankle – a Sign of Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a progressive condition that occurs as people get older and is due to a loss of bone mass. With age, the bones can become less dense and more brittle because calcium and vitamin D are not as easily absorbed, and both of these are required to support bone formation. Weaker bones lead to […]
Foot Health Week 2022 – A visit to the podiatrist could save your life!
This year Foot Health week focuses on how your feet can give you early indications of other more serious health conditions. At Sanders Podiatry, we have always treated the feet as the foundation of the body. Good health starts from the ground up. Your feet can tell you a lot about underlying health concerns before […]