Diagnosing and Treating Common Basketball Foot Injuries

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Basketball is a sport that challenges athleticism, coordination, and endurance, demanding repeated jumps, quick directional changes, and continuous sprints. Given these demands, foot and ankle injuries are not uncommon among basketball players, impacting athletes across all levels—from amateurs to professionals.

Causes, Prevention and Treatment for Shin Splints

Shin Splints - Elite Foot Care Sunshine Coast Podiatrists

Shin splints, medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, are a frequent nemesis for many athletes, particularly runners, dancers, and military recruits. Characterised by pain along the shin. It arises due to an increase of exercise causing periostitis (inflammation at the bone).

Shin Splints in Netball

Netball Injuries - Elite Foot Care Sunshine Coast Podiatrists

At Elite Foot Care we commonly treat shin soreness in netball players of all performance levels. Can you relate to this problem? If so, take it seriously as just hoping the pain will go away definitely won’t quite cut it.

Understanding Ingrown Toenails and the Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA) Procedure

Ingrown Toenails Sunshine Coast Podiatry

Dealing with ingrown toenails is essential as they cause pain, restrict mobility, and disrupt daily routines. Understanding the condition and available treatments, such as the Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA) procedure, is crucial for achieving long-term relief, as it has proven successful in alleviating discomfort.

Fungal Nail Infections: Lunula Laser vs Topical Treatment

Fungal nail infections present a persistent challenge for patients seeking effective treatment options. Traditional topical treatments have long been the standard approach, offering varying degrees of success. However, advancements in medical technology have introduced alternative methods such as Lunula Laser therapy, promising faster and more efficient resolution of fungal nail infections

Laser Therapy for Fungal Nail Infections

Laser therapy is a modern and highly effective treatment for fungal nail infections. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of laser therapy and how it works.