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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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2023

Podiatric Care: Treating Achilles Tendinopathy
Your Achilles tendon attaches your heel bone to the large muscle in your calf. When scar tissue develops around this tendon, the range of movement in your foot becomes restricted. This foot problem, known as Achilles tendinopathy, can worsen with time and have a significant impact on your mobility, so it's best to seek treatment as soon as you notice a problem with your Achilles tendon. There are a number of reasons that someone can develop Achilles tendinopathy, such as taking part in high-impact exercise, poor running technique, collapsed foot arches and wearing shoes that do not offer appropriate support.