Your feet are the foundation of the body, supporting the body to move about freely each day. Their structure and alignment impact the health of other joints, including your knees. Therefore problems in the feet can cause biomechanical changes that lead to knee pain in the following ways. 1. Foot alignment affects the knee position […]
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5 Ways that Stress Affects Your Feet
Stress is a part of modern living but if it isn’t managed, it can have several consequences on our overall health and wellbeing. When we feel stressed, increased levels of stress hormones affect various parts of the body. We already know that stress affects the heart, brain, and our immune system. However, the impact of […]
The forgotten foundation: looking after your feet at the gym.
When it comes to fitness, many enthusiasts focus on muscle gains, cardiovascular health, and overall wellbeing, often neglecting a crucial element of their body – their feet. Our feet bear the brunt of our physical activities, especially during gym sessions. Proper foot care is essential not only for preventing injuries but also for enhancing overall […]
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 […]
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 […]
Common Sports Injuries We Treat in our Podiatry Clinic
Playing sport, going for a run or any other physical activity that you enjoy is healthy for the mind, body and soul. However regular vigorous activity can also increase the risk of foot and ankle injuries with ongoing strain and excessive pressure. If you haven’t taken the time to warm up, stretch out your muscles […]
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 […]