I Don’t Know if This is A Podiatrist Problem… As Podiatrists, and even more so the receptionists who work in our practices, are often confronted with this line. People often don’t know what we treat, even though they do know that we treat foot conditions. So I thought I’d try to demystify the range of …
A Modern Problem Many centuries ago we all walked barefoot. Our feet were perfectly designed for uneven and soft or hard surfaces. All the joints of the feet and the various muscles and tendons that act like pulleys on our feet were adapted for walking on sand, dirt, grass etc. So, Why Do They Hurt? …
Not All Orthotics are The Same We’re often asked, “Are all orthotics the same?” The answer is a resounding no! There are many types of different generic orthotics. These are orthotics that are meant to be made for the “average foot,” that mythical beast. They can often be found in pharmacies or shoe stores. The …
Children’s Podiatry – Caring for Kid’s Feet Children should be free to run, jump, and play. That’s exactly what we at Dynamic Podiatry want your children to do, but sometimes foot or leg pain gets in the way. All types of pain in children need to be investigated as it’s not their normal state. Usually …
The Intrinsic Foot Muscles You may never have heard of the intrinsic muscles of the foot, but these little fellows are helping you to stay upright every time you stand, walk, or run. The extrinsic muscles on the other hand are much better known, they include the calf muscles (soleus and gastrocnemius) and Tibialis Anterior, …
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“My Grandmother had these big bumps on her feet and now I’m worried I’ll get them too!” If this commonly-used phrase applies to you, then it sounds like you’re worried about Bunions (or as Podiatrists like to call it – Hallux Abducto Valgus). To put it simply, Bunions are bony lumps that form at the …
We’re often asked by people, “What are orthotics?” In general terms, orthotics are anything that is placed into your shoes to change the forces acting on your feet. This can more evenly spread the body weight or take stress from a structure (like the plantar fascia) that is injured. Not all orthotics are created equal …
Symptoms of Achilles Tendinitis Achilles Tendinitis is characterised by inflammation and pain in the achilles tendon. It is also referred to as Achilles Tendinopathy, which covers both inflammation, and overuse resulting in micro tears. Achilles Tendinitis is an overuse injury, and can have a sudden, or insidious onset. In most cases, the tendon will be breaking down …
Tinea of the foot (or Athlete’s Foot) is a fungal infection caused by dermatophytes that can occur on different parts of the foot. It typically manifests as moist, itchy, peeling skin in between the toes. Tinea is most common among young adults and those who regularly visit communal facilities such as swimming pools and change …
Anyone who wants to get the most out of their running is looking for the best running shoe. In this blog, one of our podiatrists Joe, discusses the features you should be looking for to get the most out of your running shoes. 1. Comfort The shoe needs to be comfortable to wear straight away. …
The relationship between Diabetes and foot health Foot ulcers are the main concern with the diabetic foot. But these wounds do not come about from nothing. There are in fact multiple pathological processes occurring simultaneously. Most of them are caused by the high blood glucose levels that are associated with diabetes. Peripheral Neuropathy This can …
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Forefoot pain is another regular complaint seen at Dynamic Podiatry. Pain in the forefoot area can indicate a number of conditions including bursitis, a metatarsal head fracture, a plantar plate tear, and more commonly, a Morton’s Neuroma. A Morton’s Neuroma is the name given to a plantar (bottom of foot) inter-metatarsal (between long bones in …
What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. It’s that stabbing, cripplingly sharp pain in the bottom of your heel that causes you to hobble when you get up in the morning. Normally after a few minutes the pain will subside only to return with a vengeance later in …
Ingrown Toenails are a Real Pain! Here at Dynamic Podiatry we see hundreds of ingrown toenails each year. Many people are scared to get them seen to because they are worried about the pain. But I’m going to show you how we have the special tools and the experience to relieve your ingrown toenail quickly …
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Sever’s or calcaneal tractional apophysitis as it is correctly called is a very common condition particularly in young athletes. It can be a very painful and debilitating condition as it will regularly prevent children from participating in their favourite activities: whether that be football, netball, basketball, dancing, martial arts, or any other sports or physical …
Sore feet, legs and knees can seem to be a normal part of life for many of us, but should they be? Pain can be a very useful tool. When we are young it teaches us to avoid dangerous situations which could put our overall health at risk. Sharp objects, hot and cold, hard and …
As each new school term approaches, excitement builds about the start of new sporting seasons. Sign on days for club sports usually coincide with late summer and late winter. AFL, football (soccer), dance, netball, hockey, rugby league, rugby union, basketball and several other sports give great opportunities for our children to grow stronger, more resilient, …
When should you consider ingrown toenail surgery? You should consider ingrown toenail surgery if conservative management has not been effective. This will result in the toenail becoming ingrown and infected regularly despite appropriate cutting technique. Long-lasting infections can lead to severe conditions including Osteomyelitis (bone infection). What is the procedure? The procedure we use at Dynamic …
Book Online Here Children’s feet are very different to adult’s feet. At birth they start out as mainly a “cartilage map” of where the bones are going to grow as the child grows. Cartilage is much softer than bone, meaning that the feet are much softer and malleable, changing as they come into contact with their environment. That is why it is important …
What is a Stress Fracture? Stress fractures are very small cracks in bones. They are quite common in feet and may be the result of an overuse injury to the bone or can happen to a weakened bone resulting from conditions such as osteoporosis. Metatarsal and navicular stress fracture are the most common types of foot stress fractures. They occur …
Osteoarthritis (or arthritis) is a degenerative joint disease that is characterised by pain and stiffness in one or multiple joints in the body. In the lower limb, it most commonly affects the hips, knees, and joint of the foot. Signs and Symptoms of Osteoarthritis The hallmark sign of osteoarthritis is degeneration of articular cartilage (the protective tissue …
What are Shin Splints (MTSS)? Shin splints, the common term for the diagnosis of this condition is characterised by pain along the medial (sometimes lateral) border of the lower 1/3 of the long bone in the leg (Tibia). What Causes Shin Splints? A commonly accepted theory of the cause of MTSS is: “…an overuse injury or …
What is an Ankle Sprain? Ankle sprains are arguably the most frequent sporting injury. They can indicate damage to multiple structures of the ankle including ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and bone. The mechanism of injury is usually an inversion sprain (foot rolled out), and it is likely that the same ankle will be sprained multiple times. …
‘Flat Feet’ is an umbrella term, referring to a foot with a lowered arch. There are many categories that stem from this, and a lowered arch is not necessarily the only manifestation. It is also known as having a Pes Planus foot type (Opposite to Pes Cavus meaning high arched). What does a Flat Foot Look Like? The signs …
