Posts by Pyan Sarmiento
Morton’s Neuroma
What is Morton’s Neuroma? Morton’s Neuroma is a painful nerve condition that affects the forefoot, specifically between the metatarsal bones. Despite its name, a Morton’s Neuroma is not actually a tumor but rather a fibrous thickening of nerve tissue, often caused by repeated compression or irritation. When the metatarsal bones are squeezed together, they apply…
Read MoreSelection of a shoe: 3 important things to consider
The selection of a shoe I would like to talk to you todayabout how to select the right shoe for you. We often get asked which brands of shoe are best, and we always advise the main three features that we need to look for are fit, function and feel. 1, Fit of the…
Read MoreWhy Do I Keep Rolling My Ankle?
Ankle Sprains It is Andrew from Waikato Podiatry here, and I have come to talk to you about recurrent ankle sprains, which are useful for anyone who keeps rolling their ankle. I recently read an article about this subject, and it found that 10% of people that have ankle sprains do no proprioceptive rehabilitation following…
Read MoreWhat is Hiker’s Wool?
Hiker’s Wool: An Explanation When you first come out of Podiatry school, you feel like you are cutting edge, and have all the answers on how you are going to help people (at least I did). Hiker’s Wool for blister prevention, Lambs wool seems like an outdated, useless solution, and something you would never consider…
Read MoreUnderstanding and Treating Heel Pain: Insights from Andrew Jones at Waikato Podiatry Clinic
Heel pain can be a debilitating issue that affects your daily life and mobility. At Waikato Podiatry Clinic, we focus on identifying the root causes of your heel pain, which we refer to as “drivers.” Understanding these drivers is crucial for effective treatment and long-term relief. It is important to understand that the “drivers” will…
Read MoreUnderstanding Corns and Calluses: Why DIY Treatments Might be Risky
Corns and calluses may not be the most glamorous topics, but they affect more of us than we might realise. From athletes to the elderly, these thickened areas of skin can develop due to friction or pressure, often causing discomfort and pain. While it might be tempting to grab those over-the-counter corn pads for a…
Read MoreHow to Treat and Prevent Heel Cracks
After a long hot summer, it’s the perfect time to discuss a common foot woe: heel cracks. These pesky cracks can be not only painful but also lead to infections if left untreated. Let’s explore why they occur and what you can do to keep your heels smooth and crack-free this season. Why Heel Cracks…
Read MoreSwift Microwave Therapy for the treatment of Verrucas
What is a Swift Machine? The Swift machine is a recently new treatment that we have here at the Waikato Podiatry clinic. We are the only clinic in the Waikato that has one of these units. The Swift machine is used for treating plantar warts, or verrucae. How Successful is the Swift Machine? A lot…
Read MoreWhat to Look for in a Shoe
What to Look for in a Shoe What is the most important characteristic about a shoe or feature of a shoe that you need to look for when you’re purchasing a new pair of shoes? Is it the colour? Is it the style? Is it the type of material that it’s made of? Is the…
Read MoreWorld’s Best Gumboots
World’s Best Gumboots Heading into winter from autumn in the Waikato, one of the most important types of footwear that we have are gumboots. Going into calving, it’s cold, it’s wet, you’re up to your knees in mud, you really need a good gumboot to make life a little bit easier. As the old…
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