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Gout in Feet

Gout in Feet

by | Nov 13, 2022 | General Podiatry

Arthritis is a disease of the joints which causes them to become inflamed and stiffen. There are three types of arthritis – Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteo-arthritis and the less common form, Gout. What is gout and what causes it? Gout is the result of an imbalance of...
Do you require Orthotics?

Do you require Orthotics?

by | Oct 31, 2022 | General Podiatry

Let’s begin by discussing what an orthotic is. Simply stated, it’s a piece of prescriptive material, or a device placed into your shoe, to help redistribute plantar pressure and aid you in your walking (gait) cycle. It is not something required by everyone (much like...
Nail Bracing

Nail Bracing

by | Sep 27, 2022 | General Podiatry

It has been a little over a year having introduced the Brace N Fix system to Prohealth Podiatry. A huge shout out to Evonne Chow Podiatry for the introduction to the company and the product. I must admit, initially after purchasing it and having a look into the case,...
Off Season Training – Be Wise!

Off Season Training – Be Wise!

by | Sep 13, 2022 | General Podiatry

If you’re competitive by nature and love playing any sport it’s quite difficult to stop and rest, especially during the season when you feel your team needs you.   Do you have an injury this year? If you did have an injury, were you one hundred percent pain free...
What exactly does a Podiatrist do?

What exactly does a Podiatrist do?

by | Jun 13, 2022 | General Podiatry

What is a podiatrist? A podiatrist is someone university qualified to prevent, diagnose, treat, or rehabilitate problems affecting the foot, ankle, and leg. Podiatrists manage biomechanics as well as dermatology. They are educated to recognise musculoskeletal problems...