What is SWIFT® and how does it work?

What is SWIFT® and how does it work?

Verrucas are a nightmare to get rid off but don’t get dishearten if you discover one in your foot. At Medipod Clinics, we have a new equipment, and I am determined to help you clear your verruca. WHAT IS SWIFT® AND HOW DOES IT WORK? Swift is a new technology, developed in the UK in 2016. Swift uses microwave energy

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Common Foot Problems in Children

Common Foot Problems in Children

Children are not small adults. Many problems in children are associated with growth, overuse, weight gain and postural change. The podiatrist can provide a diagnosis, and then either manage the condition or refer appropriately. Treatment may take the form of footwear advice, biomechanical assessment, provision of orthoses (special insoles), active hands-on treatment and health education. Children can get many of

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Healthy and Sandal-Ready Feet for Summer – 10 Simple Steps

Healthy and Sandal-Ready Feet for Summer – 10 Simple Steps

It’s finally summer! Or at least I am hoping it will be soon! So here is this month’s blog – Healthy and Sandal-Ready Feet for Summer – 10 Simple Steps. Summer can be hard on your feet. The combination of heat, sun, and sand can take a toll on your tootsies. But it doesn’t have to. These simple steps to fabulous

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Top Tips to Avoid Heel Pain

Top Tips to Avoid Heel Pain

Top Tips to Avoid Heel Pain. Heel pain is one of the most common foot pains us podiatrists treat. Heel pain can either be at the bottom of your heel, or the back. The most common type of heel pain is plantar fasciitis. This is both arguably an inflammatory and degenerative condition, therefore early diagnosis and treatment, would result in

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Causes of Corns and Calluses

Causes of Corns and Calluses

This month’s blog – Causes of Corns and Calluses. Corns and calluses are areas of hard skin that develop due to excessive pressure or friction. They commonly occur on the feet and can cause pain and discomfort when you walk. Podiatrists are trained to use sharp instruments in order to remove efficiently any corns and calluses from your feet. The

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Finding The Right Shoes – Top Tips

Finding The Right Shoes – Top Tips

Finding the right shoes can be difficult. There are so many different styles out there and not everything on display will fit your feet. Remember! You only have one pair of feet, but you can buy several pairs of shoes! Luckily, there are a few tips that can make it easy to choose the perfect shoes, no matter where you’re

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Diabetes and Your Feet

Diabetes and Your Feet

Thank you for reading this month’s blog: Diabetes and Your Feet. What is it? Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Most of the food we eat is broken down into sugar (also called glucose) and released into our bloodstream. When your blood sugar goes up, it signals your pancreas to release

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Faye Vogiatzoglou – 10 Super Cool  Things  About  Me!

Faye Vogiatzoglou – 10 Super Cool Things About Me!

This time I thought about telling you a bit about myself – Faye Vogiatzoglou.  At work, I don’t tend to share a lot of information about my personal life.  Besides, you are coming to me about your feet!  I would like to focus on you!  YOU are my priority. I would love to know more about you.  Let’s be open

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A blog..a bit different from the others!

A blog..a bit different from the others!

Trampoline! It seemed like a great idea to do a blog about fitness related to the trampoline… You see both my daughters adore trampolining and gymnastics so they exercise almost every day. “Mum, what do you need me to do?” said Anya. “Just do an easy routine on the trampoline, without somersaults, so that children can practice at home”, I

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Flat Feet / Fallen Arches

Flat Feet / Fallen Arches

When was the last time you checked the bottom of your feet? Our soles are often hidden away and forgotten about but as the foundation of our bodies we need to pay more attention to them. This blog will discuss flat feet: what they are, how they are caused and how you can identify whether you have them. Flat feet

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