Diabetes Beat It Program
Last week we saw how diabetes can develop and what the benefits are of exercise in management of blood sugar levels. For a refresh, diabetes can develop when the body […]
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Achilles Pain in the Runner
Given the recent unprecedented times of COVID-19, our podiatry and physiotherapy team have seen an outstanding amount of running injuries, particularly involving the Achilles tendon.
Winter and Chilblains
With winter well and truly upon us, we need to keep an eye out on our feet. Gone are the days of hot weather and cracked heels, but we are […]
Fungal Infections
As a Podiatrist, our jobs can tend to be very seasonal in terms of what comes through the clinic. In winter we see a lot of ingrown toenails and corns, […]
The importance of an annual diabetes assessment
We assess your neurovascular status as part of determining your overall diabetic foot risk status. This, in turn, helps us to guide regular treatment intervals if required or to provide […]
Pain in the ball of your foot?
Quite often, our podiatry team see people walk through our doors complaining of pain in the ball of their foot. There are many different diagnoses regarding this kind of pain, […]
What happens to the body when you have a massage?
From improved relaxation and pain relief to improved blood flow; Learn how massage therapy can improve the different systems in your body.
Toe nail care in isolation
We are finding an increase in the number of ingrown toenails during self-isolation. So here are our top tips for toenail care at home.
Isolation Nutrition Tips
Here are some helpful tips to keep you on the right nutrition track and keep you in check during isolation.
Benefits of a Home Visit
Being in isolation can make it difficult to arrange appointments. We offer Podiatry and Physiotherapy home visit consultations. Learn more.
Mindful Eating – A Simple Practice to Incorporate
Research shows that mindful eating may help control binge and overeating. Learn how these simple tips can help you take control of your hunger.
How to Build and Maintain a Healthy Immune System
Did you know around 70-80% of the immune system is located in the gut? Learn how a healthy diet can help promote better a healthier lifestyle.
Are You Struggling to Lose Weight?
“Why aren’t I losing weight” – This is a phrase I hear often. The truth is when it comes to weight loss, it’s not always as simple as calories in and calories out.
Our Favourite Summer Shoe – are they really that bad?
Thongs, Jandals, Flip-Flops, Pluggers; whatever you call them, there is a good chance you have worn a pair this summer. They are our favourite go-to shoe during the warmer months […]
Summer Foot Care
This Summer season has been one of our driest periods and it has influenced a lot of events around us, our feet included. Not only do the summer thongs and […]
New Year Footwear Resolutions
When we think of the beginning of a new year, we often think about New Year’s Resolutions and the changes that we wish to make for the year ahead. One […]
When a Freckle is Not a Freckle
During summer we expose our feet to a range of different conditions. Typically, due to the heat, we tend to find ourselves wearing thongs or semi opened shoes for ventilation. […]
Putting your best foot forward
When we stop to take into consideration just how much they do for us, whether it is running around after kids, walking with our four legged furry friends or kicking goals in sports or the workplace, our feet are the foundations to keeping us moving. Here are some simple ways to help make your feet feel their very best.
From Physio to Patient – Recovering from Orthopaedic Hip Surgery
Working as a physio for the past decade has allowed me to rehabilitate a huge scope of people following various orthopaedic surgeries. I have worked with these people through their […]
Sesamoiditis – Pain Under My Big Toe
Sesamoiditis is pain that occurs underneath your big toe joint. The term is a general description for any irritation of the sesamoid bones, which are tiny bones within the tendons […]
