You Need to Replace Running Shoes Regularly To learn more about Achilles tendon injuries read our blog post here, or plantar fasciitis read more here. Most people wait far too long before replace running shoes and risk overuse injuries as a result. Generally running shoes should last between 400 and 800 kilometres (or 250 to 500 miles), although …
Running Shoes – When To Replace Them? [Guide 2022] Read More »
A Modern Problem Many centuries ago we all used to walk 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. In fact it …
Why Does it Hurt to Walk Barefoot? [Updated 2023] Read More »
Anatomy of the Achilles Tendon The Achilles tendon is one of the largest and strongest tendons in the human body, and can tolerate loads greater than our own body weight. In this article I will discuss: Why do Achilles Tendons get injured? The Types of Achilles Tendinitis (Tendinopathy), The Multi-Factorial Nature of Achilles Injuries, How …
Achilles Tendinitis Prevention & Treatment [Updated 2022] Read More »
What is Severs heel pain? Severs heel pain (calcaneal apophysitis) is a pain in the back or bottom of a child’s heel. Is occurs at the heel growth plate which is attached to the strong Achilles tendon. It can range from being mild to absolutely debilitating. It only occurs in a certain age group, between …
Why Does Diabetes Affect Your Feet? Diabetes is a group of different conditions characterised by the body being unable to convert blood glucose, (type of sugar in the blood), allowing blood sugar levels to vary greatly. Uncontrolled glucose builds up in the blood leading to high blood glucose levels which cause the health problems linked …
No One Wants Cracked Heels! They’re the gift that none of us wanted (and yes, I am definitely included in the cracked heels club). Not only are they unsightly but they can also cause pain and infection. But living in Brisbane in the summer months means a lot of time out of shoes. Thongs, sandals …
Plantar Fasciitis or Achilles Tendinopathy? What is Heel Pain? Heel pain is the most common complaint that presents itself in podiatry clinics. Basically anything that hurts in your heel is considered as heel pain. The two most common places or heel pain are directly underneath the heel (plantar heel pain) and at the back of …
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 …
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 …
What is a Pre Pointe assessment? Dance schools will often assess your ability to start pointe, however it is important to have your feet medically cleared by a qualified professional to ensure that your feet are physically prepared for the demands of pointe work. Pointe is a beautiful art however it is not a normal …
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, …
Why Do We Need The Intrinsic Muscles of the Foot? [Guide 2022] Read More »
They Always Need New Footy Boots We all go through it, we dust off last seasons footy boots, get the kids to try them on and find out there foot has grown astronomically and they need new boots. Football boots are often low profile (flat), lightweight and flexible which usually results in less cushioning and …
Some Simple Lacing Tips To Help You Get The Most Out Of Your Runners. With shoes there are a number of different variations to tying up laces.? It?s not as simple as the bunny loop system but is now replaced by many different lacing techniques.? It is fascinating to see how a simple adjustment can …
What is Hammer Toe? A hammertoe is a deformity of the proximal interphalangeal joint of a toe, which causes the joint to be permanently bent down in a rigid position over time.? Hammertoe usually affects the second, third or fourth toes. Book Now What causes hammer toe? Hammertoe is often caused by wearing poorly fitting …
How Does Pregnancy Affect Your Feet? Pregnancy triggers many different changes in a woman?s body. What happens is that during pregnancy there is an increased release of a hormone within the body called relaxin. Relaxin is important in preparing the body for childbirth and is responsible for relaxing the ligaments. However, this hormone has an affect …
What is Intoeing? In-toeing or ?pigeon toes? is very common in young children and is when a person?s feet turn inward (instead of pointing straight ahead or outward). In-toeing may not cause any problems however, in severe cases in-toeing can cause clumsiness and falls where intervention should occur. What Causes Intoeing? There are three main …
Feet in the Cooler Weather Caring for your feet is very important, especially during the cooler months. The cooler weather can present multiple challenges in maintaining foot health, with the risk of numbness and decreased circulation dramatically increasing. Check Your Feet Daily It is important to check your feet daily looking for breaks in the …
What is Hikers Wool? HikersWool is made from lambs? fleece which is soft, lanolin rich and durable. It helps with prevention of blisters and irritation spots between toes and on the soles of your feet by preventing friction from occurring. The wonder of wool wicks away moisture and perspiration allowing your feet to breathe. It …
What causes tingling toes? Have you ever experienced tingling toes? Tingling in the toes is a common condition people experience during exercise and even wearing day-to-day shoes. This tingling sensation often occurs from compression against a nerve which can be a result of tight fitting footwear or increased swelling in the foot and ankle. There …
Tingling Toes – Causes and Treatment [Updated 2023] Read More »
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. What I’ll talk about in this post: The most common causes of ingrown toenails, Things you can do to prevent ingrown …
How Can I Fix My Ingrown Toenail? [Updated 2021] Read More »
Do I Have Flat Feet? This is a question I’ve been asked a lot. Many people are really concerned that their feet are flat and that it will cause them all manner of problems. The Army famously used to knock back applicants for having flat feet. Yes, they used to, but even that has changed …
