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 […]
Sports
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 […]