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Are You Using The Off Season Wisely?

Off-Season Recovery for Sports

Off-Season Recovery: Preparing for Next Year’s Sports Season If you’re competitive by nature and love playing Rugby, Netball, Football, Hockey, or any other winter sport, it can be hard to stop mid-season to rest and recover, this is why off-season recovery in sports is so vital. The pressure to continue,…

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How Can I Support The Soles Of My Feet?

Supporting soles of your feet

Supporting the Soles of Your Feet: How Waikato Podiatry Clinic Treats Sore Feet At some point in life, everyone experiences sore feet. Whether you’re an athlete, work on your feet all day, or lead an active lifestyle, foot pain can disrupt your routine and affect your quality of life. Start…

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Do I need an Xray or a Scan?

Foot xray

When to x-ray, MRI or ultrasound for foot Injuries? This is a question we hear often at Waikato Podiatry, and here are some guides to help you better understand the role of imaging in podiatry and when it can help. If you require an X-ray, MRI, or ultrasound, we can…

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How Can You Tell If You Need Orthotics?

runners

Seen the guys on your sports team wearing orthotics? Maybe your coworker just got some, or a friend mentioned she was taking her child to get fitted for a new pair. If you’ve never had a pair of foot orthotics before, it’s natural to wonder: how do I know if…

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Arthritis

X ray of an arthritic ankle

Understanding foot arthritis and its management Foot arthritis is a degenerative condition that gradually wears away the cartilage in joints, leading to pain, swelling, and limited mobility. Initially, you may notice stiffness and aching in the affected joint. As the cartilage deteriorates, bones begin to rub against each other, causing…

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