by Nicolas Ivanoff | Jan 3, 2023 | General
This may sound difficult but it’s actually very easy to sprain your big toe. If the toe bends too far towards the top of the foot whilst the sole is flat on the ground, the ligaments and tendons of the toe joint can stretch and tear. In theory, this could happen to...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Dec 21, 2022 | General
Foot pain and inflammation won’t go away without help. Applying heat or ice to the affected area eases discomfort considerably, but it’s important to use the right method for your condition. How Does Cold Therapy Work? Cold constricts blood vessels and this decreases...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Dec 5, 2022 | General
When children start to walk it’s natural for them to be a bit wobbly. Feet are soft and supple in the early years as bones are still forming, so their posture and gait aren’t going to be perfect at first. Flat feet and knock knees are common in the early years and...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Nov 21, 2022 | Podiatry
Your ankles deal with a huge amount of pressure every time you stand up. These complex, load-bearing joints bear the brunt of your body weight, and are responsible for movement, stability and balance. The ankle joint is located where the tibia and fibula (bones of the...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Nov 9, 2022 | General
If your lower legs or feet are causing trouble, who should you see – a podiatrist, your GP or some other specialist? If you’re worried or in pain the last thing you want is a stressful scrabble through the internet to figure out who can help. Happily, we have the...
