orthotics Archives - Atwell Podiatry

Published On - December 26, 2018

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...

Published On - December 26, 2018

admin orthoticsTags: Hammond Park Podiatry, orthotics

What features should you look for in a shoe?

-Good support in the middle of the shoe, meaning the middle of the shoe should not bend significantly. Bend at the toes is fine. -Solid back on the shoe to ensure the foot is firmly in place. -Distance of one thumb width from your toe to the end of the shoe. -Shoes for exercise laces […]...

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?

What features should you look for in a shoe?

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