Do you have itchy feet? Is it red and scaly? Is it spreading? Do other members of your family have it too? Here we discuss all about athlete’s foot and how to treat and prevent it.
Preventing And Treating Plantar Fasciitis (Part 2)
Everything You Want To Know About Plantar Fasciitis (Part 1)
Are you suffering from heel pain? Is it painful to walk the first few steps in the morning? Is it sore after rest? You may have plantar fasciitis. Don’t ignore this pain, hoping it will go away, as it usually gets worse without treatment. In this first part of our series on Plantar Fasciitis, we’ll look at the symptoms and causes of this condition.
Callus, Corn Or Verruca? How To Tell What You Have On Your Foot
How To Stop Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are a surprising condition. They’re surprisingly painful; a reasonably common refrain is, "I know it looks like nothing but you would not believe how much it hurts". They’re also surprisingly hard to heal - sometimes, by the time people arrive in the clinic, it has been going on for six months, often without any neglect. And usually, they are surprisingly easy to prevent. They definitely fall into the category of “much easier to avoid than treat,” and you will save a lot of money doing so.
Fungal Nails: Everything You Need To Know
Lower Limb Pain? A Biomechanical Assessment Could Help!
Do you have pain in your feet or lower limbs? Is it something you’ve meant to get checked but never got around to? Don’t worry, our podiatrists are experts in lower limb biomechanics - i.e. the way we move and walk. We can help get you walking or running pain free once again. Read on to find out how we can help and what to expect during your podiatry appointment.
Cold Feet? It Could Be Raynaud's
How To Treat Sweaty Feet
How To Look After Your Feet At Home
Understanding Gout: Symptoms And Treatments
Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that commonly affects the joint of the big toe. Joints become inflamed, heated and can be tender and very painful – even during sleep. Typically signs and symptoms are acute and come on without warning, known as a “gout attack”. Pressure on the joint will like likely become unbearable; even the touch of a blanket may aggravate pain. Some individuals may never have another “gout attack”, however it is likely that the acute episode will occur again.
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Ingrown Toenails
When To Opt For Orthotics
It’s a pretty universally accepted truth that the older we get, the more we experience little inexplicable aches and pains. Most of the time, we just accept that this is a natural part of life and go about our day, as long as the pain is not unbearable. But while this “natural process” mentality may be right a lot of the time, there are also times when it can cause us to write off things that maybe deserve a second look.
Your Festival Foot Guide
It may not be Christmas, but the festival season is certainly upon us. Glastonbury, arguably the biggest festival of the season around these parts, may have just wrapped up, but there is still a long line of festivals all across Ireland and Europe that will be taking place this summer. As enjoyable as these events are, most fans will agree that they are not exactly easy on the body.
Top Tips To Take Care Of Athlete's Foot
Tinea pedis, more commonly referred to as athlete’s foot, is a fungal infection of the feet, usually affecting or beginning at the skin between the toes. Athlete’s foot is a form of ringworm (which, despite the name, involves no actual worm), and is most commonly found in people whose feet are tightly compressed and sweaty.
The Truth About Fungal Nails
Onychomycosis refers to the fungal infection of one or more nails, usually the toenails. While the condition may not be a major threat to your health, fungal nails can be painful, inconvenient, and embarrassing. Fortunately, onychomycosis is relatively easy to treat, and a few simple steps can prevent it from coming back in the future.
The Importance Of Good Footcare For Diabetics
Different conditions require different amounts of care and treatment in order to be properly managed. Diabetes is a condition that falls towards the more-demanding end of the spectrum, with things like diet, glucose levels, and insulin injections needing to be tracked and monitored on a near-constant basis. But there are many more than just these three examples that people living with diabetes need to be aware of, and it is all too easy for people to become weary and let their attention wane.
The Benefits Of Bare Feet
We’ve spoken at length about the different kinds of shoes and the effects they can have on your feet. We’ve looked at topics such as which shoes are best for various sports, which shoes are beneficial for people with diabetes, as well as how to assess which shoes are best for your own feet in general. We’ve even looked at how different socks can affect your foot health in different ways. But one topic we have rarely touched on is that of bare feet.
4 Things To Know About Shin Splints
Shin splints are when the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue around the tibia become inflamed. Also known as medial tibial stress syndrome, shin splints are a form of overuse injury, with pain typically manifesting around the inner shin. Shin splints are most common in runners, particularly when they begin to push themselves more during their workout.
Why Choosing The Right Sports Socks Is So Important
The more seriously a person takes their exercise, the more willing they are to shell out for the proper gear. There will always be the odd few people who try a sport once, buy all the flashy gear, and then never touch it again, but in general, a well-equipped athlete is one who puts a lot of thought and hard work into their exercise.