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Essential Footcare for Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, often unpredictable condition affecting the central nervous system (spinal cord) and the brain. Related issues can arise anywhere in the body, but legs and feet are often affected. Symptoms vary from one person to the next, but...
How Your Feet Change as You Get Older
As you age, you might notice several changes in your feet. Perhaps you've heard the saying that feet get bigger as you grow older. Is that true? In a way, yes - your feet do tend to broaden and lengthen with age, but this isn’t the result of growth. Instead, your feet...
How Fashionable Flat Shoes Can Damage Your Feet
Flat shoes have become a popular fashion choice, and many people turn to them for their comfort and practicality, especially after years of wearing high heels. With a wide range of options available, from ballet flats to loafers and flip-flops, it’s easy to assume...
Can Swimming Cause Foot Problems?
Swimming is great for cardiovascular health, muscle strength, joint flexibility, circulation and mental wellbeing. However, swimming pools can be dangerous places for your feet, so here are some common foot problems to look out for. Fungal Toenail Infections Warm,...
Can You Avoid Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar Fasciitis is a painful and debilitating condition that affects your plantar fascia, a tough band of tissue that runs along the sole of your foot from heel to toe. It acts as a shock absorber, and it supports the foot arch. Given its location, your plantar...
Caring for Dry, Cracked Heels
If you've dealt with dry, cracked heels (heel fissures), you know the discomfort and damage they cause. Instead of soft, smooth skin, cracked heels feel rough, dry, and even painful, resembling sandpaper. Left untreated, they can lead to more serious complications....
Custom-Made Orthotics Provide Unbeatable Foot Support
In the realm of podiatry, beyond standard care like nail trimming and hard skin removal, lies a highly specialised service: custom-made orthotics. For podiatrists, crafting prescription orthotics (also called orthotic insoles or foot orthoses) is one of the most...
Are You Prone to Corns and Calluses?
Corns and calluses are thick, tough layers of skin caused by repeated pressure or friction. Hard skin can easily develop into a corn or callus and these lead to painful problems. Many people suffer from these common foot conditions, but some are more prone to corns...
Athlete’s Foot – Your Questions Answered
Athlete's foot is often recognised by its classic symptom: itchy skin between the toes. However, many people are unaware of the full spectrum of symptoms, causes, and potential complications associated with this common foot condition. Whether you’re an athlete or not,...
Why Regular Podiatry Visits Are Essential for Londoners
Your feet are among the most neglected yet hardest-working parts of your body. According to The College of Podiatry, the average person will walk approximately 150,000 miles in their lifetime. In a bustling city like London, where daily activities can put added strain...
Ease Common Foot Issues with Prescription Orthotics
Custom prescription orthotics are an excellent way of dealing with painful foot issues. As you may know, prescription orthotics improve stability, foot function and posture. In addition, they’re a non-invasive way of easing several common foot conditions. If you...
What Happens to Your Feet When You Wear High Heels
Thanks to their ability to make women’s legs look longer, leaner and more toned, high-heeled shoes rarely fall out of fashion. The allure of high heels is so strong that many women continue to wear them despite the fact they can cause discomfort and pain. High heels...