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Published On - September 29, 2019

Preparing for a fun run or walk?

What should you look for in the feet when preparing for a fun run or walk? -Blisters: caused by rubbing or friction when walking long distances -Plantar fasciitis: pain on the heel and arches -Achilles pain: pain on the back of the heel and can radiate to calves -Shin splints: pain on the shins due ...

Published On - September 29, 2019

admin Blisters

Blisters

Blisters on the feet are caused by rubbing or friction when walking long distances in tight shoes. Blisters can be filled with a clear fluid, blood or pus. It is important not to pop the blisters as they can get infected. The best course of action is to let them dry out. If the blisters […]...

Published On - April 26, 2019

admin Corn and Wart

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 th...

Published On - April 26, 2019

admin Numbness

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 t...

Published On - April 26, 2019

admin Growing Pains

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...

Published On - April 26, 2019

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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 ...

Published On - December 26, 2018

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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 ...

Published On - December 26, 2018

admin Cracked Heels, orthoticsTags: Cracked Heels, fasciitis

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 […]...

Published On - December 26, 2018

admin Cracked Heels, orthoticsTags: Cracked Heels

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 -Wa...

Published On - December 26, 2018

admin orthoticsTags: cramps, Hammond Park Podiatry, orthotic

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 stret...

Preparing for a fun run or walk?

Blisters

What is the difference between a corn and a wart?

Burning, Numbness and Tingling on the Balls of the Feet

What are ‘Growing Pains?’

Antibiotics haven’t fixed your Ingrown Toenail?

Looking to get back into exercise for the summer?

Do you get pain in your feet or legs first thing in the morning?

Cracked Heels bothering you?

Why am I getting cramps in my calves?

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