“It’s great to meet you – is this your first time seeing a podiatrist? – Yeah it is, and I was a bit surprised to see podiatry on my management plan from my GP. But he said my feet are important and I need to see a podiatrist regularly now. So I thought I’d come …
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Foot orthotics are highly praised by both our podiatrists and our patients because of the unique and specific way they work to relieve painful symptoms, allow damaged tissues to repair without being strained and overused, and even prevent future injury when they continue to be worn during exercise. Yet, there are theories lurking that orthotics …
Whether chronic or injury-related, ankle pain is something most of us will experience at some point in our lives. But despite it being one of the most commonly felt aches and pains, it isn’t an area that is necessarily cared for until it becomes a problem. So today, we wanted to take you through five …
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Whether you’re a runner, weightlifter, cyclist or simply spend a lot of time on your feet, experiencing some sort of leg pain is normal. A sign of a tough workout or a long day at work. But when does this pain cross into concerning territory? It’s difficult to gauge, especially if you’re still able to …
The fatty tissue that makes up your heel may seem pretty idle, but it has a vital role to play. It dictates the structure of your foot, manages weight distribution and balances your gait. So, if you’re experiencing heel pain it can make a big difference to how you go about your day. Unlike other …
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As a parent, seeing your child in any sort of pain can be tough. Especially if they can’t communicate exactly what’s wrong or it’s a problem that’s not going away. This is often the case with issues relating to the feet – they can affect your child’s everyday activity levels and cause pain just from …
Most people know that a podiatrist works with feet – but, aside from that, they don’t know the specifics of what a podiatrist actually does. They are categorised as allied health professionals focused on maintaining healthy feet. You can think of us as a foot doctor. They concentrate on lower limb health and …
Australia is very blessed to have one of the best healthcare systems in the world. Our national health system is called Medicare and it allows all Australian residents to receive safe, affordable and – in some cases – free health care. However, it can sometimes be tricky to understand exactly what is and …
Most specialists require a referral from a GP in order to attend a specialist. However, in most cases, this isn’t required for podiatrists. At The Feet People, our trained podiatrists are able to see and treat a lot of foot problems without requiring a referral. Why you don’t always need a referral for …
Ingrown toenails are a common and painful condition. An ingrown toenail occurs when the nail edge of grows into the skin surrounding it or when the nail pierces the skin from a traumatic incident. When the nail pierces the skin, the pain can be excruciating, especially when an infection is caused. Ingrown toenails …