Why could wearing high heels be a problem?
High heels can cause several problems, read on .. High heels are a popular fashion item, but they can also cause a number of negative problems. For one, wearing high heels on a regular basis can lead to foot pain and discomfort. The unnatural positioning of the foot in high heels can cause a number […]
How to care for your feet in the summer
Summer is the perfect time for getting outdoors, whether you’re walking, exploring nature, or trying different activities. But have you thought about how you are caring for your feet in the summer? Here, Rachel Clinkard from footwear specialists Charles Clinkard https://www.charlesclinkard.co.uk/ offers you some top tips for summer footcare. It’s easy to get carried away […]
Biomechanics
Biomechanics and how it might help me What is biomechanics? It is one of the fields of podiatry, which involves the prevention, diagnosis and assessment of the structure, alignment and function of muscles, bones and joints of the feet and lower limb. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biomechanics Podiatrists think like engineers to understand the abnormal tissue stresses that cause […]
Biomechanics – What it is and Why it’s useful
Biomechanics is one of the fields of podiatry, which involves the prevention, diagnosis and assessment of the structure, alignment and function of muscles, bones and joints of the feet and lower limb. Podiatrists think like engineers to understand the abnormal tissue stresses that cause foot and lower extremity problems. By understanding bio-mechanics principles, we can […]
Footwear, just how important is it?
As well as examining the feet of Norfolk people, we as podiatrists ensure we look at the whole person and not just the hole in the person! Footwear is always checked during appointments and we often have patients ask, “what is right for my feet?” One common error is wearing whatever feels comfortable. Patients are often […]
High Heels – is it worth it?
Elderly foot-care is so important
Throughout our lifetime we will probably walk enough steps to take us four times around the world! When you think that with each step we take, our foot will carry our entire body weight, then it is not surprising that our feet require a little attention, especially as we become elderly. One of the main […]
Ingrown Toenails
In-growing Toenails Symptoms and treatments In-growing toenails can be excruciatingly painful and can cause a lot of misery. Many people suffer un-necessarily with this condition, sometimes for years at a time. The good news is there is help available that will have you back on your feet in no time. In-growing toenails occur […]
A Spanish Podiatrist working in the UK
A Spanish Podiatrist working in the UK Ever wondered about working as a podiatrist abroad? I always dreamt of experiencing England first hand. I never imagined it would be possible to realise this dream, whilst at the same time continue to pursue my career. Having completed high school, I embarked upon a two-year course in […]
Chiropodist / Podiatrist: What’s in a name?
So many people ask us what is the difference between a Chiropodist and Podiatrist and we answer that nowadays there is no difference. Our society; the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists introduced the term Podiatrist in 1993 as it’s the internationally recognised name for a foot specialist and also to help distinguish State Registered Chiropodists […]
