Taking Care Of A Child’s Feet

Posted on: 15 December 2023

Podiatry, a specialised branch of medicine, focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions related to the foot, ankle and lower extremities. It's an often overlooked area until a problem arises, but considering podiatry as part of regular health care can have significant benefits. The Scope of Podiatry Podiatrists are highly skilled professionals with extensive expertise in addressing a wide array of foot-related issues. They are knowledgeable in diagnosing and treating common problems such as corns and calluses, as well as more complex conditions like bunions, heel pain or sports injuries.
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Posted on: 20 April 2023

Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition caused by the inflammation of the plantar fascia — a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot and can be debilitating for those who suffer from it. If you are experiencing pain or discomfort in your feet, you may need to see a plantar fasciitis specialist. This article explains what they do, the services they offer, when to see one and the benefits they offer.
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Posted on: 23 August 2022

Podiatrists are essential in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of issues that cause pain in your heels. Heel pain manifests as discomfort on the back or underside of your foot, and your podiatrist can help diagnose and treat this issue. This piece discusses several causes of heel pain, and your podiatrist may recommend treatments.  Plantar Fasciitis One of the significant causes of heel pain is plantar fasciitis which results from numerous activities that increase the stress on your feet.
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Posted on: 24 January 2022

The human foot is an amazing part of your body structure and has evolved to help people cope with everyday movement with great effect. Most people are able to walk, stand on tiptoe, run, twist or bend without issue and much of this is due to the arch that runs between the heel and the big toe. Yet this particular part of the anatomy may not be as well developed in some individuals, and this can lead to a condition known as "
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