Common Causes of Heel Pain and How to Treat Them
Heel pain can be caused by a variety of factors, and it’s important to determine the cause in order to receive the proper treatment. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the common causes of heel pain and the best ways to treat them.
How to Prevent and Treat Bunions
Bunions, also known as hallux valgus, are a common foot deformity that can cause pain and discomfort, and even lead to difficulty wearing certain types of shoes.
It’s Tennis Season!
Tennis season is upon us and as the Australian Open is well underway, we thought we’d share some insights into what to look for when selecting the best tennis shoes for your feet.
Removing Painful Warts
Warts are one of several lesser afflictions of the foot, which nevertheless can be quite painful. They are caused by a virus, which typically invades the skin through small cuts and abrasions. They are frequently called plantar warts, because they appear most often on the plantar surface (or sole) of the foot. They can appear anywhere on the skin, however only those on the sole of the foot are plantar warts.
Issues Caused by Limb Length Difference
Uneven leg length is not uncommon, and often a few millimeters is not going to cause any major concerns and will normally go unnoticed. In certain cases, however, a small limb length difference can cause problems from your feet up to your back.
What Is A Gait Assessment?
A gait assessment is simply evaluating the way you walk or run, and its purpose is to identify abnormalities, which could lead to long-term injury. Gait assessments can be performed visually or using video cameras and treadmills.
Children with Flat Feet
Children with ‘flat feet’ or ‘fallen arches’ is easily one of the most common presentations we see as podiatrists. Concerned parents or family members often notice this unusual foot posture and worry about permanent deformity or the impact this may have on their child when it comes to physical activity.
What is Involved in a Diabetic Foot Assessment?
As a diabetic you must look after your feet, and to manage your feet properly it is important to have your feet assessed on a regular basis by a qualified podiatrist and get diabetic foot care.