Why see a Podiatrist?

Health Tips
Written By Lateral Aspect

What is a Podiatrist?

Podiatry is a specialized branch of allied health focusing on the foot, ankle, and lower leg. It encompasses all aspects of foot health, including blood supply, muscles, joints, toenails, skin, nerve function, and biomechanics. A podiatrist is an expert in foot care, addressing factors that affect the feet and ankles and how they function.

What Issues Can a Podiatrist Treat?

Skin and Nail Conditions

  • Tinea

  • Fungal nails

  • Ingrown toenails

  • Eczema/Psoriasis

  • Warts

  • Corns and calluses

Injuries and Foot Pain

  • Heel pain

  • Arthritis

  • Sprains and strains

  • Footwear-related issues

  • Muscle imbalances

  • Nerve pain

Condition-Related Issues

  • Diabetes complications

  • Peripheral neuropathy

  • Psoriatic nails

  • Drop foot

  • Foot ulcers

  • Stroke-related effects

Services We Offer

  • Foot health monitoring and education

  • Annual diabetes assessments

  • General nail care

  • High-risk podiatry referrals

  • DVA and orthopaedic shoe referrals

  • Blood flow studies

  • Walking and gait assessments

  • Custom orthotics

Fun Facts About Feet!

  • Your feet contain a quarter of the bones in your body.

  • The average person walks over 128,000 km in their lifetime.

  • More than 60% of Australians experience foot pain, yet only 2 in 5 seek professional care.

  • The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the human body.

  • Wearing socks to bed can help you fall asleep faster.

  • After the age of 40, most people gain half a shoe size every 10 years.

Take care of your feet—they’re the foundation of your mobility and quality of life!
Information provided by: Your Happy Feet

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