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Understanding tendons, ligaments & foot injuries and how a podiatrist can help Ligaments and tendons play a major role in keeping your feet and ankles stable, strong, and capable of handling everything from daily walking to intense sports. When something goes wrong with these structures, it can lead to pain,…
Ankle Instability – understanding weak or unstable ankles Do you often twist or roll your ankle? Does your ankle feel loose or wobbly when walking or exercising? You may be experiencing chronic ankle instability, a common condition where the stabilising structures around the ankle become weakened or overstretched, leading to…
Training for a marathon demands dedication, consistency, and resilience, but guiding a visually impaired athlete adds an entirely different layer of responsibility. Injuries suck for any athlete, but this moves to a whole new level when someone else is relying on you, and when pain strikes, it doesn’t just impact…
What Is a Verruca (Plantar Wart)? causes, symptoms, and treatment A verruca, also known as a plantar wart, is a small, rough skin lesion caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Verrucae usually appear on the bottom of the foot or toes and can easily be mistaken for a corn or…
Fungal Nail Infections, causes, treatment, and prevention Fungal infections of the foot are very common – affecting around 1 in 5 people at some point in their lives. One of the most persistent forms is fungal nail infection (onychomycosis), which can cause thickened, discoloured, or brittle toenails that are difficult…
