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Corns
Corns can form anywhere on the foot, these result from increased pressure or rubbing to an area. There are different types of corns that are dependant on the area and reason for them growing. The bodies response to this increased pressure or rubbing is to lay down more hard skin protein (Keratin). Keratin is extremely dense and is compressed by
Callus / Cracked Heels
Callus or hard and thickened skin, is often a result of the bodies efforts to protect an area from pressure or rubbing. This is usually a result of poor footwear or problems in the way you walk. Callus’ hard quality is due to a higher concentration of the protein keratin (That’s the one that makes your hair and nails strong)
Warts
Warts are a contagious skin lesion caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). There are several different strains of HPV, each with different areas of the body they affect. The strains that cause Warts or Verrucae’s being benign. Contracting a Wart is surprisingly easy, all it takes is a break/scratch in the skin. The wart virus is very resistant and can
Knee Pain / Runners Knee
Runners knee is an umbrella term to describe overuse injures experienced by runners or anyone who plays sports. It can include conditions such as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), chondromalacia patellae, iliotibial band syndrome, tendinitis and more. By assessing the mechanics of the foot and lower limb we can discern whether poor mechanics are playing a role in the overuse of
Diabetes
Did you know that Diabetes affects roughly 5 out of every 100 people in Australia? The complications from Diabetes are wide ranging and can be simple to potentially life threatening. Luckily our understanding of Diabetes and the complications arising from it has increased significantly and we are able to manage complications while minimising the likelihood of amputations/serious complications. There are
Falls
Every year in Australia around 30% of adults over 65 experience at least one fall per year. This number is expected to increase with our ageing population with the number of people over 65 inreasing from approximately 14% in 2010 to 23% by 2050. There are a number of reasons that a fall can happen. The severity of a fall is
Bursitis
A Bursa is a fluid filled sac that usually sits between a tendon and a bone to help the tendon slide and glide over a bone without damage. Bursa can become inflammed for a variety of reasons including: Compression, Irritaiton, Sudden changes of activity, and pregnancy. When the Bursa becomes inflammed and irritated there is an increase in the size
Stress Fractures
Did you know there are 26 bones in your foot? Together both your feet account for 1/4 of the bones in your body. Bones, contrary to popular belief, are very much alive and are constantly changing. If we do more activity they get thicker and stronger, less so the less we do. Because of this dynamic remodelling of the bone,
Bakers Cysts
Cysts are a fluid filled sac containing Synovium, this is the fluid that lubricates our joints (Like oil does to a car engine). Sometimes when pathological forces are applied through the knee, an enlargemnet of the joint linning (Cyst formation) can occur. This is usually harmless when the enlargement is relatively small, however continued growth of the cyst or its
Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disease which affects many areas of your body. This results in a slowed walking style that is inherently unstable. People suffering with Parkinson’s disease often have reduced mobility and therefore will struggle with many aspects of self care. As Podiatrists we can help with keeping you on your feet longer by: Correcting the way