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Bunions – We can Help!

Bunions

What is a Bunion? A bunion (Hallux Abductovalgus) or a bony prominence at the great toe joint, is a deformity that can often lead to difficulty with footwear as well as pain from osteoarthritis and a slow dislocation of the joint. This condition presents as a deviation of the angle within the…

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Diafactory Kit

diafactory kit

Andrew here from Waikato Podiatry Clinic. If I had to think back on 20 years of podiatry and think about one of the most significant advances in podiatry, it would have to be probably this diafactory kit here. Diafactory Kit So this diafactory kit is an in clinic sample test…

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First Dressing Change after Nail Procedure

first dressing change after nail surgery

What to expect at your first dressing change after nail surgery. Andrew Jones at Waikato Podiatry talks you through what happens at your first dressing change in this video.  

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Post-Op Infection – Things to Look For

Post-op infection

Andrew Jones gives tips for things to look for after nail surgery – what you should be concerned about in terms of a possible infection.    

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Achilles Tendinitis? Let us Help you!

achilles tendinitis

What is Achilles Tendinitis? Achilles Tendinitis (AT) refers to pain in the Achilles Tendon. This tendon (tendons join muscle to bone), is responsible for attaching the calf muscles to the heel bone. It is one of the largest and strongest tendons in the body (able to withstand forces of up…

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