Hello everyone, This month, all the staff at Medipod have completed their Level 3 First Aid Training certificate this month. Apart from learning essential first aid techniques, we were also made aware of some vital information that can be quickly and easily downloaded onto our mobile phones. We felt it was so important that we wanted to dedicate this blog
Hard skin on your feet is more than just an aesthetic issue; it can have a significant impact on your overall foot health. While it’s common to develop rough, calloused skin on areas that endure frequent pressure, such as the heels and balls of the feet, leaving this hard skin untreated can lead to various problems. 1. Discomfort and Pain
Have you ever felt like you’re walking on a small pebble, despite being on smooth ground? If you often experience a sharp pain in the ball of your foot, especially between your toes, you might be dealing with Morton’s neuroma. This condition, although not widely known, affects a significant number of people, particularly those between the ages of 35 and
As a podiatrist, I understand that nail health is a crucial aspect of your overall foot health. Today, I want to discuss a topic that many of you might find beneficial—nail reconstruction. Whether you’re dealing with nail damage due to trauma, infection, or other conditions, nail reconstruction can be a significant step towards restoring both the appearance and function of
We are extremely excited at Medipod Clinics, to announce that we are now offering Reflexology sessions with Maria, who has created a lovely calming space within our clinic. What is Reflexology all about? Foot reflexology is an ancient practice, which stimulates specific points on the feet to relax and heal the body. This ancient art dates to Egypt 2500 BC!
Laser technology is very effective and can be used to treat a wide range of patient conditions from pain/inflammation and fungal infections…. to warts and verrucas! It is really that simple and effective! Remy Laser can treat conditions such as: Fungus, Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitis, Posterior Tibial Tendonitis, Ankle Sprains, Neuroma, Capsulitis, Bursitis, Arthritis, Wounds and many more. The main
Most of our patients only consider seeing us at Medipod clinics when they have a problem with their feet. One common complaint is an ingrowing toenail. This is when the side of the nail grown into the skin causing pain, swelling and inflammation. Sometimes they can get infected. The common causes of ingrown toenails include: Wearing shoes that crowd the
It’s February already and we hope that you have continued exercising after the excesses of the festive season! In fact, many people encounter problems with their feet around this time of the year. Maybe we are walking further, taken up running or even starting weight training. This sudden increase in exercise may cause problems with our feet and bodies. Leg
Welcome to the new year – 2024! It feels like yesterday we were celebrating the Millennium! Let’s start the year with some positive attitude and create some new habits. Did you know that you can improve the health of your feet by managing your diet? Maintaining a healthy diet that is low in trans-fat, sodium, saturated fat and rich in
Christmas is here so we thought it would be fun to test your foot knowledge and find out who had been reading our monthly blogs! No pressure with our fun quiz to play with family and friends with a maybe a festive drink or two!!(answers at the bottom of the page. No cheating now.) How many feet does a slug