Athletes rely heavily on their feet, making proper foot care essential for optimal performance and injury prevention. Whether you’re a runner, football player, or weekend warrior, maintaining healthy feet ensures that you can stay active and avoid common issues like blisters, fungal infections, and foot pain. By understanding the unique needs of an active lifestyle and adopting a consistent care
January is the perfect time to make New Year’s resolutions and look ahead to the year to come. Whether you’re planning the holiday of a lifetime or simply spending quality time with family, it’s essential to develop a daily routine that keeps your feet in top condition. There’s no better time than January to introduce healthy habits for your feet.
This is the Medipod Clinics 12 Days of Christmas Foot Care Challenge. Treat your feet to something special each day, inspired by the classic holiday tune. By Christmas, your feet will feel festive and refreshed! Sorry we can’t help you with those Christmas preparations but at least your feet will be ready! Day 1: A Partridge in a Pear Tree
At Medipod Clinics, we know that good balance is crucial for preventing falls, especially as we age. Falls at any age can have serious health impacts, so it’s essential to maintain foot strength. This month, we’ll discuss how taking care of our feet can keep us steady, mobile, and safe. Why Balance and Foot Health Change as We Age Our
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