• When To See A Podiatrist For Your Foot Problems

    Our foot health is often overlooked — but that shouldn’t be the case. Think of all the things your feet help you do every single day, from simply getting from A to B to being able to work, play and just get on with your everyday tasks. So when you’re suffering…

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  • Basic Footcare Tips For Diabetics

    Living with diabetes requires diligent attention to various aspects of your health. An area that demands special consideration is foot care. It may surprise you to learn that the feet can be significantly affected by diabetes, even causing daily discomfort and…

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  • Common Foot Problems Podiatrists See

    Whether it’s due to injury, overuse or a medical disorder, painful foot conditions are common, and many people turn to podiatrists for relief. Podiatrists are highly trained in diagnosing and treating foot and ankle issues, ranging from minor concerns like…

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  • Do I Need A Referral To See A Podiatrist?

    Foot pain is a common problem that affects individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Population-based studies show that approximately 24% of individuals who are 45 years or older experience foot and ankle pain. Additionally, various foot conditions, including nail…

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  • Mortons Neuroma

    A Mortons Neuroma is a painful condition that leave some people absolutely unable to weight-bear on the affected foot. The condition was first diagnosed by Morton Root (a figurehead in the world of Podiatry) but is not a true neuroma. A Mortons neuroma is a thickened…

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  • Shin Splints

    Shin splints is the general name given to pain at the front of the lower leg. ​ Shin splints, also known as tibial stress syndrome, are a common name for pain that affects the lower leg when it’s been subjected to too much pressure. We most often see this…

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  • Callus, Corns and Heel Fissures

    Common to many athletes and everyday people are calluses (hyperkeratosis). Callus is the thickening of skin in response to pressure and is the body’s natural way of protecting sensitive areas of skin from repetitive trauma. Callus is usually a diffuse thickening…

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  • What is a hairline fracture?

    A hairline fracture, also known as a stress fracture, is a small crack or severe bruise within a bone. This injury is most common in athletes, especially athletes of sports that involve running and jumping. People with osteoporosis can also develop hairline fractures….

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