Each foot contains 26 bones, 33 joints and 100s of ligaments, muscles and tendons that are all under frequent pressure from daily activities. This puts the foot at high risk for injury and other damage. Some of the more common sporting injuries that Podiatrists treat are: Stress fractures of bones (these are caused by too much activity) Arch pain (plantar…

Whether you like to get a pedicure in the nail salon or at home, follow these easy Dos and Don’ts to keep your feet looking and feeling their best. Dos If you have diabetes or poor circulation in your feet, consult a podiatrist so he or she can recommend a customized pedicure that both you and your salon can follow…

In a single day, your feet absorb about 453 kilograms of force. And we mistreat them terribly — standing on them for hours; walking on hard, unyielding surfaces; and cramming them into shoes that may be fashionable but are often far from comfortable. It’s no wonder that four out of five adults eventually suffer from foot problems.   Your feet…

Dry Needling is an increasingly popular treatment method being used by a variety of practitioners including Podiatrists. It is a treatment in which a very fine solid (filament) needles inserted into the skin and muscle directly at a myofascial trigger point.  Trigger points are “hyper irritable” points within a muscle created by a thickened band or “knot” of muscle. Pain…

Fungi that feed on keratin, a structural protein within your nails, frequently cause the condition. Fungal colonies grow rapidly in moist environments and invade the nail bed by penetrating the margins of the nail. Fungal nail disease may result in pain, impair the ability to walk and can contribute to negative self-esteem. You may have a fungal nail infection if…

Diabetic foot complications are a major area of special interest for our practice. We have extensive experience and knowledge in this area. Of all of the foot problems our patients can present with, there is little that is more serious to life or limb than a foot complication due to diabetes. An estimated 275 Australians develop diabetes every day. By…

Looking your best might not always be the best thing for you. Today’s society is extremely fashion and style conscious. Unfortunately, shoe designers and stylists aim to please by creating unique looks that might not always be practical or even comfortable. The look of the season shows runway models in high platform heels and tight skirts or pants. Models have…

Severs disease is a common cause of heel pain, particularly in the young and physically active. It usually develops just before puberty. Boys are slightly more prone to this condition than girls.   The good news is that this heel pain in children is very simple to treat and children usually respond very quickly to treatment once treatment of Severs…

As the specific causes of the different types of arthritis remains unclear, it is difficult to say what may assist in the prevention of the development of arthritis. However, listed below are a few steps which may be beneficial in reducing the effects of arthritis. Maintain appropriate weight. Excess bodyweight increases the stress on joints, especially weight-bearing joints such as the…

Your lower back pain may be caused by misalignment of your feet – it’s very commonly seen and treated by us. As health professionals, Podiatrists specialise in the biomechanics of the foot and lower limb, we can help diagnose and treat your back pain. Take a look at your feet and ask yourself these questions; Does one side of your…