A bunion is an abnormal growth which develops when the big toe pushes inwards toward the second toe, throwing the foot’s structure out of alignment. It’s essentially a bony bump at the big toe joint and protrudes outward. It can cause discomfort and pain depending on the severity. Bunions are not uncommon and affect 23% […]
Foot Health
Corns and Calluses: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Your feet do a significant amount of work every day, carrying and balancing your weight, keeping you steady, upright and walking forward. Not surprisingly, corns and calluses are very common and are formed when there is excessive pressure or friction on parts of the feet. The skin hardens as a protective barrier to the softer […]
Pinching feeling between your toes or under your foot? Here’s why.
Are you experiencing a pinching sensation between your toes creating significant pain in your feet – sometimes too painful to walk on? Pinching sensations are often due to a pinched or compressed nerve in the foot causing forefoot pain or heel pain. Sometimes the pain can be so intense it makes standing and walking too […]
Heel Pain – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
The heel bone is the starting point of the Achilles tendon, which attaches the calf and its muscles to the heel. The heel handles an enormous amount of pressure daily so it’s not surprising that heel pain is one of the most common complaints in our podiatry clinic. The causes of heel pain are various […]
Recurring foot arch pain? Here are some possible reasons.
The arch of the foot extends from the heel to the base of the big toes and is made up of tendons, ligaments and bone. Each person’s arch is different, some are higher and some are lower. Both low and high arches can cause pain. Foot arches take a big load every day, so if […]
Blisters – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Most of us have experienced a blister or two throughout our lifetime. They can be painful and stop us from activities we love when we least expect it. The feet take an immense load throughout our life, and one small blister can stop us in our tracks. But for good reason, the amazing mechanics of […]
Tips to look after your feet when you’re pregnant
First of all, congratulations on your pregnancy. Whether it’s baby number one or number four, it’s an exciting new adventure making its way into your world to change it for the better. During these few months while a new life is forming inside you, doing whatever you need to make your pregnancy as comfortable as […]
Plantar Fasciitis – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis is a condition of the plantar fascia – the tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot, connecting the heel to the toes, forming the arch of the foot. When this tissue is over-stretched or strained, small tears can occur in the fascia causing inflammation and pain. Most […]
Are you an Adelaide Tradie on your feet all day?
As a tradie, you spend more time on your feet than most other people. Not only that, you’re squatting, stretching, reaching – using the muscles of your body constantly. If there’s any misalignment in your structure, you’re probably going to feel it more than others as well. Your feet would take you more than 10,000 […]
The Most Common Foot Problems in Teenagers
Below: Common foot problems for teens | Tips to teach your kids for healthy feet We have many teenagers visiting our clinic for a variety of foot problems, most commonly ingrown toenails, warts and flat feet. A teenager’s physiology changes rapidly during these years which includes their feet. Soft ligaments and bones are changing structure […]