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Dancing on my toes

I have always loved dancing, but as I'm getting older it's getting harder and harder on my feet. I regularly attend the podiatrist to get my feet checked and treated for the little twinges, new injuries, and flare-ups of old injuries that I have had in the past. My podiatrist is really good at helping to make sure that my feet are in great condition so that I can keep on dancing. A podiatrist can be a dancer's best friend. This blog is all about looking after your feet as a dancer, including choosing great dance shoes and getting podiatric advice and treatment as needed.

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Top 5 Healthy Tips for Runners

Posted on October 5, 2017

Running has been the easiest and most practical form of exercise for most people. It is a great way to work out while at the same time getting some air and clearing your head. But did you know you can get serious injuries from running? Here are top 5 tips from the world-class podiatrists for healthy running; Invest in Right Footwear There are right and wrong shoes for running, and getting it wrong will cause you tremendous pain in your joints, muscles, and tendons. [Read More]

Common types of foot conditions that podiatrists can treat

Posted on February 10, 2017

A podiatrist specialises in the medical treatment of conditions related to the lower legs, ankles, and feet. Read on to learn more about the way in which they may approach the treatment of two of the most common kinds of foot problems. Bunions A bunion is a type of deformity, which develops when the joint nearest to the base of the big toe becomes enlarged. The resulting bump can make it difficult for the sufferer to wear shoes without experiencing pain, as the bunion rubs against the sides of their footwear until the skin becomes raw and blistered. [Read More]

Don't Be Dismissive of Your Heel Pain: Things to Consider

Posted on January 11, 2017

Heel pain can be an annoyance, and in extreme cases it can even be debilitating. It's not something you should have to live with, although in many cases it can be attributed to a particular incident, meaning that the discomfort will subside as the area heals itself. There can be a number of reasons for heel pain, and if your pain seems to be ongoing or returns periodically, you should see a doctor or podiatrist. [Read More]

Iliotibial Band Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms And Treatment Approach

Posted on November 30, 2016

Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is a common running injury that's associated with overuse and strain on the iliotibial band, which leads to it becoming inflamed and tight. This band, which is actually a ligament, starts at the pelvis and runs along the outside of the thigh to the knee. It helps stabilise the knee joint, and when it's inflamed, runners experience pain on the outside of their knee. Causes As ITBS is related to overuse, it can be caused by running too many miles, and you can develop the condition whether you are a beginner or an experienced runner. [Read More]