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
A lot of children may experience pain in their legs, especially if they are active and play lots of sport. It usually gets better on its own, but they can last for several months, even years! The child will usually complain of pain in the heel, especially squeezing the sides of the heel. It may be more painful first thing
What are orthoses? Orthoses or orthotic devices (insoles) are shoe inserts that slide into your shoes to help with foot and ankle function, reduce the risk of injury and improve your posture. Conditions that orthoses can help include flat feet and high arches, bunions and hammer toes, heel spurs and plantar fasciitis, and last but not least, back pain and
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
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
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
Flip-flops have gained a lot of popularity in the last few years. There are so many colours, metallic finishes, wedges, platforms and patterns available. For many of us flip-flops are “the” shoe of the summer and with them being relatively inexpensive, we can’t get enough of them! However, there are a lot of reasons why flip-flops can cause damage to
There are many tips on heel pain online, so how do these relate to you and your feet? Heel pain can be quite complex and it is not always due to plantar fasciitis. There are other structures around your heel that can become inflamed and cause discomfort. Your podiatrist will be able to assess your feet and give you advice