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 […]
Foot Health
Why do my feet ache in winter? 4 common foot problems
Winter is a time to snuggle up, batten down the hatches and keep your feet and toes nice and warm! But your feet can get achy and painful during the colder winter months for no apparent reason. There may be some underlying issues that we can help you with, or you might just need to […]
The difference between custom orthotics and off-the-shelf orthotics
At Sanders Podiatry, we believe that as glasses are to eyes, orthotics are to feet. Orthotics are designed to address any biomechanical misalignment in your feet that causes pain or other problems in normal everyday function. What’s the difference between a custom orthotic and an off-the-shelf orthotic? A custom orthotic does much more than simply […]
5 self-care habits at home for healthy feet
Your feet take an average of 6000 steps per day, bearing all the weight of your body. As one of the most complex parts of the human anatomy, the 26 bones, 30 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments work hard for you as you walk, run or stand for long periods of […]
6 signs your children have problems with their feet
Foot problems in children can go unnoticed for a long time. When kids feel pain in their feet, they tend to try and adapt by changing their gait or posture to ease the discomfort so that they can keep up with their friends at school. However, this can lead to other problems such as a […]
The 7 most common foot problems for people over 65
As you get older, maintaining good health and mobility will help you remain independent, living at home with a better quality of life. However more than one third of people over 65 years old experience foot problems caused most often by bone density loss, poor circulation and general wear and tear. Starting a self-care program […]
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 […]
Foot Health Week 2021: “Love your feet and… they’ll love you back!”
Foot Health Week is an annual campaign run by Foot Health Australia to raise awareness about how important your feet are to your overall wellbeing. This year the theme is “Love your feet and… they’ll love you back!” When your feet are heathy, they can support your body which increases your sense of wellbeing. “The […]
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 […]