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Learn more about podiatry and your health
It is a common misconception that painful feet are a normal side effect of everyday activities. Yet research shows that only a fraction of individuals suffering from sore feet seek out professional advice.
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Podiatrists are university qualified and Ahpra registered allied health professionals trained to diagnose, manage and prevent conditions affecting the feet, ankles, knees and lower limbs. Podiatrists treat a wide range of issues from common concerns like ingrown toenails, corns, calluses and plantar warts to more complex conditions such as diabetic foot complications, chronic wounds, arthritis, foot pain, injuries and biomechanical conditions that impact posture and movement. They also manage sports injuries and provide care for children's development and gait issues, and elderly foot health. Podiatrists play a vital role in maintaining mobility, preventing falls and improving quality of life. |
How can a podiatrist support your health?
Podiatrists fully understand the structure and movement of the feet, ankles, knees and lower limbs. They assess, diagnose and manage a vast range of foot pathology which is often related to diseases affecting the whole body, such as diabetes. Many health problems can affect the feet, so podiatrists are frequently the first health practitioners to identify a problem.
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Prevention is better than a curePodiatrists use a combination of medical, surgical and rehabilitation techniques to provide personalised care to alleviate pain, restore mobility and improve a person’s quality of life. They can independently request radiological imaging, administer local anaesthetic drugs and perform minor surgical procedures.
When should I see a podiatrist?Our feet house a quarter of the bones in our entire bodies – in addition to various muscles, ligaments and joints. This makes them extremely vulnerable to injury and diseases that can affect the entire body. You may be experiencing pain in your feet, ingrown or discoloured skin/nails, corns, skin rashes, foot odour, foot injuries, broader health problems such as diabetes or arthritis, recurrent tripping or falling, problems fitting comfortably in your regular shoes, or you may notice swelling, lumps, or redness on your feet or legs.
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