Chiropody/Podiatry
What is a Chiropodist/Podiatrist?
A Chiropodist/Podiatrist is a health professional who deals with assessing, diagnosing and treating diseases and pain in the feet and the lower limb. They are trained to treat, alleviate, prevent and correct conditions of the lower limb to help with rehabilitation and keeping people mobile and active.
What does a general foot treatment/Chiropody appointment involve?
This appointment type attends to any nail pathologies/conditions. All nails are trimmed and filed and treated where needed. Skin conditions, cracked heels corns and calluses are assessed and reduced. The treatment is finished with a foot moisturiser leaving your feet revitalised.
Chiropody is a medical service not cosmetic however often your feet will look and definitely feel better.
What does a Podiatry consultation involve?
A podiatry consultation examines in detail the bio-mechanical status of the lower limb. Foot posture and alignment are assessed along with the motion of the lower limb. In order to find the root cause of the pain, a gait analysis is carried out to determine how your foot posture is affecting motion/movements and to prevent future problems. Your podiatrist may recommend orthotics or insoles to be worn in shoes, this will be advised as appropriate.
What can a podiatrist help with?
Hard skin/corns
Cracked heels
Verrucae
Fungal toenails and other nail pathology
Skin pathology e.g athletes foot
Ingrowing toenails/toe nail surgery
Heel pain
Flat feet
Bio-mechanical problems
Shin splints
Planta fasciitis
Diabetic foot checks
Ulcers
Orthotics and insoles
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Hip & Leg Pain Migraine & Headaches Neck & Shoulder Pain Chiropractic for Children |
Sports Injuries Arthritis Chest Pain Scoliosis |
Addictions Bowel Disorders Gynaecological problems Fertility |
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