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 […]
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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 […]
Why do my feet hurt? The most common reasons for foot pain we see every day
The hard work our feet do every day is enormous. With a complex structure that includes over 26 bones and hundreds of muscles and ligaments, occasional pain in your feet is not uncommon. Sometimes a good soak and foot rub at home will alleviate the pain. However if your feet hurt persistently, you need to […]
Are thongs good for your feet? Myths and not-so-myths
Warmer weather is finally here in Adelaide and the thong – one of our favourite go-to wardrobe staples – comes out too. For some who have thongs in many colours, they’re a fashion item to suit a variety of outfits! But how good, or not, are thongs for your feet? The problems with thongs Your […]
Diabetes foot care and guidelines for healthy feet
Diabetes foot care is necessary on a daily basis to keep your feet healthy for the long term. Diabetes increases the chances of developing problems in your feet. In fact diabetes symptoms can show up in your feet first. Common problems are peripheral neuropathy which is essentially nerve damage, or peripheral vascular disease which is […]
Caring for ageing feet – how podiatry helps keep your feet in good walking order!
“When our feet hurt, we hurt all over”, Socrates. How true this is. When our feet hurt, it affects our entire body. We can’t walk or stand up properly and it makes us irritable and impatient. If you’re over 50 and have walked a few million steps of your life already, you’ll be all too […]
How to avoid cracked heels during Adelaide’s hot summers
Adelaide summers are long, hot and dry and cracked heels are a common problem. If left untreated, the cracks can deepen and become infected so it’s important to prevent them from occurring and if they do, to treat them immediately. Here are some home tips to prevent or minimise cracked heels by taking daily care […]
Foot pain in the office? How to minimise long term foot problems.
Foot pain is not only a result of high impact activities such as jogging and hiking. It also occurs at the office where we sit for longer. Add ill-fitting shoes or high heels to the scenario, and you might be experiencing arch pain, heel pain or corns and callouses. In an office environment, there are […]