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What is a Verruca? A Verruca is a small viral skin lesion or (plantar wart) found on the bottom of the foot or toes, which closely resembles, and is often confused with a corn. Its size is usually under 1cm in diameter but can grow larger and can also occur…
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At Waikato Podiatry, we often hear concerns about knee pain, creaky knees, and the fear that running might damage the joints – particularly the knees. It’s a common belief that running causes arthritis. However, recent research suggests that this isn’t necessarily true. In fact, a publication in the British…
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Oral Zinc for the Treatment of Warts Plantar warts can be a persistent challenge for both patients and clinicians. Recently, oral zinc supplementation has been suggested as a beneficial adjunct to conventional wart treatments. The first study exploring the effectiveness of oral zinc for wart treatment was published in 2002…
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Getting your Nails Done Nail bars have significantly increased in their number and popularity in recent years. It is now commonplace to see them in shopping centres and on your local high street. Hygiene in nail bars is super important, as bacteria, fungi and viruses can be easily transferred from…
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Bio-Mechanical Assessment & Gait Analysis The arrangement of the bones, intrinsic muscles of the foot, extrinsic foot muscles in the leg and presence of powerful ligamements all work together to maintain a strong, stable foundation. Weaknesses in the structures maintaining foot integrity can result in problems such as fallen arches.…
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