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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Keeping your feet warm & healthy this winter

Keeping your feet warm & healthy this winter

Whether you’re going on winter walks in the snow, or just going about your everyday life in this cold and wet season, taking care of your feet is imperative. Staying warm when it’s cold outside can be a challenge. As the weather gets colder, small blood vessels temporarily close up and you might see a change in the colour of

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How to choose the right shoes for your children’s feet

How to choose the right shoes for your children’s feet

How to choose the right shoes for your children’s feet. It’s this time of the year when parents have to get school shoes for their children. Although many parents will follow the advice from trained shoe shop assistants, I always notice children who don’t wear the right shoes for their feet. So what parents should look out for when buying

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Why do we get corns and calluses?

Why do we get 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 process is pain free and will leave your skin

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Why flip-flops are bad for your feet

Why flip-flops are bad for your 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

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Top 5 Tips to avoid Heel Pain

Top 5 Tips to avoid Heel Pain

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

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