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Podiatry Conditions We Treat

Achilles Tendon Injuries Ankle Sprains Bunions Diabetic Foot Wound Foot Corn and Callus Plantar Fasciitis

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Plantar fasciitis is an inflammatory and degenerative condition of the thick band of tissue that connects the heels to the toes. This type of heel pain can cause you to limp out of bed in the morning. If the pain is allowed to persist, this often results in walking difficulties. A podiatrist can diagnose plantar fasciitis by performing a biomechanical assessment and gait analysis and recommend appropriate footwear, stretches and orthoses if needed.

This biomechanical abnormality may be caused by various conditions intrinsic to the structure of the foot - such as flat feet, excessive ligamentous flexibility, abnormal bone structure, and certain neurological conditions. These factors are often considered genetic. Although some experts are convinced that poor-fitting footwear is the main cause of bunion formation, others believe that footwear only exacerbates the problem caused by the original genetic deformity. Nevertheless, it is not surprising to learn that women wearing tight-fitting fashionable shoes will likely have bunions. Bunions often progress from mild to severe because of the biomechanical imbalance, but progress may be slowed with appropriate shoe wear.

Splint appears to place the big toe in a corrected position. However, the bunion may recur when the splint is removed. Long-term use of a splint may not straighten a bunion. A podiatrist can help you by assessing your joint alignment and function to determine the root cause of the bunion and provide you with a holistic treatment.

If you have flat feet but do not feel pain or discomfort, you may not need insoles. Podiatrists prescribe insoles that help to improve alignment, redistribute pressure, and optimise function to minimise pain and injury risks. In fact, your feet will not retain the shape of the orthotics when you are not standing on them.

With advancing age, the foot and ankle undergo physiological changes such as reduced joint mobility or loss of fat pad acting as a cushion for the soles and heels. Ultimately, this may affect the way your feet function. This does not mean that your feet should necessarily become painful as they get older. However, it does mean that they may not be able to sustain the same levels as when you were younger. Hence you should pay more attention to your feet.

There are many reasons to see a podiatrist. If you are experiencing foot or ankle pain or have a diabetic foot wound, you should see a podiatrist. Please visit a doctor to obtain a referral to consult with a podiatrist.

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