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I’m so excited to introduce the latest in Laser Therapy and Focused Shockwave at my clinic. What does this mean for our patients? It means we have more effective equipment to help treat arthritis, heel pain, Achilles tendonitis and even hip and knee pain. What people don’t know about our clinic is that we also treat hands! What does the new equipment do in simple terms? The laser helps to reduce inflammation and pain. The focused Shockwave will help remodel damaged tissue and even encourage new blood vessels to develop…
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 clinic is the use of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy. Shockwaves are high-enery sound waves which are transmitted to the affected area to accelerate healing. The treatment increases blood flow, decreases localised pain and stimulates cell regeneration…
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 body. What causes the problem? The virus is thought to thrive in moist, damp environments such as swimming pools, changing room floors and communal shower areas. It is possible to contract verrucae simply by walking…
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 all manner of common foot complaints. This can range from, In-growing toe nails treatments, corn removal, nail care, calluses & cracked heels and verrucas / warts. As part of your initial consultation, I will assess…
