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Copy of Shockwave Therapy for the manangement of Plantar Fasciitis
If you’re suffering from Heel Pain it may be that you have Plantar Fasciitis. You may have also googled it to see what is the best way to treat it. Well, I hope you will find my blog useful because I use a variey of ways to treat this painful condition. What’s new at my…
Read MoreMore About Verrucae
What are they? Verrucae are plantar warts that commonly occur on the soles of the feet or around the toe area. They are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) which is highly contagious through direct person to person contact. There are various forms of HPV which all relate to various parts of the human…
Read MoreChiropody
When it comes to foot care it is vital that you use the professionals in the industry to ensure safety with your feet and great detail in care. Here at Kidderminster Foot Clinic I have the skills to care for your feet and your feelings while keeping you comfortable in my presence. Chiropody treatments cover…
Read MoreHow to Prevent & Treat Heel Pain
How do I prevent it? Follow the self-care measures below in the first instance. What are the treatments? If you experience heel pain, some simple self-care measures include: Avoid wearing ill-fitting or uncomfortable shoes Wear shoes with good heel cushioning and effective arch support Avoid walking or exercising on hard ground Rest regularly and try…
Read MoreThe Causes of Heel Pain
What causes the problem? Heel pain is a common occurrence and in most cases the pain is caused by some form of mechanical injury caused by small repetitive injuries that occur at a rate faster than the body can heal them. Heel pain can also be caused by lower back problems or inflammatory joint conditions.…
Read MoreWhat to expect from a Foot Pain Assessment
Foot pain can affect all sorts of daily activities from walking to training or playing golf. It can also affect us emotionally. It is essential to find out what is going on before deciding on the most appropriate action. I can help assess, diagnose, treat and when necessary, refer you for further investigation. Visiting MyPod…
Read MoreIngrowing Toe Nail Service
Here at Kidderminster Foot Clinic we run a dedicated Ingrowing Toe Nail Service. We have years of experience in dealing with problem nails and we’ll be able to advise you on the best treatment for your painful nail. Ingrowing or just Pinching? Sometimes it’s not obvious if you have an ingrowing toe nail or one…
Read MoreItchy Feet
Whilst the weather is cold and damp, we tend to keep our feet covered for longer in an attempt to keep them warm. After working many years as Podiatrist it is normal for me to see a rise in fungal infections, more commonly known as Athlete’s Foot or Ring Worm. The best thing you can…
Read MoreIngrowing Toe Nails
Ingrowing toe nails can be very difficult to manage by yourself, and on occasion it isn’t even the nail that is causing the pain. A real ingrowing toe nail will be painful, red, swollen and quite often infected. When this happens it’s best to first make sure your footwear isn’t too tight; try bathing the…
Read MoreNail Reconstruction for Damaged Nails
Here at MyPod we’re delighted to introduce a new service. Now we can repair that damaged toe nail before you go on your holidays or even if its just so you can get those sandals out!!! Using a special resin I am able to reconstruct the damaged toe nail so that it appears similar to…
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