Preparing for a Fun Run or Walk – Blister Free?
**Preparing for a Fun Run or Walk: Your Guide to Blister-Free Feet** Participating in a fun run or walk is an exciting way to stay active and challenge yourself. However, the joy of the event can quickly diminish if blisters develop. At Atwell Podiatry, we aim to ensure your feet remain comfortable and blister-free. Here’s […]
Blisters
Foot blisters are a common yet often painful issue that can disrupt daily activities and athletic performance. Understanding their causes, effective treatments, and preventive measures is essential for maintaining healthy feet. — 🦶 What Are Foot Blisters? Blisters are small, fluid-filled sacs that form between the skin layers due to friction, pressure, or burns. They […]
What is the difference between a corn and a wart?
Corns and warts are formations of hard skin that can look very similar, however it is important to diagnose it correctly as they both have different causes and treatments. Corns form due to pressure and forces in the area from walking or running for long periods of time, or wearing tight shoewear that causes rubbing. […]
Burning, Numbness and Tingling on the Balls of the Feet
Anytime burning, numbness and tingling sensations are felt, nerve pain is the most common diagnosis. The nerve pain that presents on the balls of the feet is called Morton’s Neuroma. Nerves run in between the metatarsal bones of your feet. When too much pressure is applied to this area, the soft tissues become inflamed and […]
What are ‘Growing Pains?’
Growing pains are a category of symptoms that present in very active children between the ages of 10-16, with hypermobile joints and flat feet. The most common condition in the foot is Sever’s Disease. The location of this pain is in the back of the heel, where the Achilles tendon inserts into the heel bone. […]
Antibiotics haven’t fixed your Ingrown Toenail?
Antibiotics will help reduce infection and inflammation of the ingrown toenail, however the ingrown portion of the nail will still need to be taken out. This can be done by a simple procedure by the podiatrist, and with local anaesthetic if necessary. A permanent solution with nail surgery can also be considered. This involves a […]
Looking to get back into exercise for the summer?
Take note of the following conditions that can occur when re-starting exercise after taking a break: Growing pains Common in very active children between the ages of 8-16, growing pains occur due to children’s bones and joints being not fully formed, and with high activity and stress, causing inflammation. The two most common growing pains […]
Do you get pain in your feet or legs first thing in the morning?
Picture this: After a good night’s sleep, in the morning when getting out of bed you put your first steps on the ground, and you get extreme pain causing you to limp. Is this a familiar scenario for you? And does the pain return after long periods of sitting such as a lunch break or […]
Cracked Heels bothering you?
Do you have cracked, dry, split and/or bleeding skin on the heels? Cracked heels can be frustrating and painful to deal with. Common causes of cracked heels include: -Inappropriate open shoewear such as thongs -Dry weather such as in summer aggravates the dryness -Not moisturising feet regularly -Walking and standing for long periods of time […]
Why am I getting cramps in my calves?
There are two main types of cramps- exercise or night cramps. Exercise cramps occur during exercise, after or the next day. This is due to lactic acid buildup and temporary reduced oxygen supply to the calf muscles, meaning the muscle is working too hard. Treatments to reduce this include calf stretches, magnesium tablets, dry needling […]