Blog
Heel Pain Is Not Created Equal
When a Patient says they have sore heels it’s important for them to understand not all Heel Pain is created equal. Heel pain is not a singular problem, and it doesn’t just affect one area of the heel. A Patient presenting with Heel Pain could be experiencing pain directly under the heel, along the sides…
Read MoreAre you a women suffering from Heel Pain?
I’m sure this comes as no suprise. Women are different from men, and even though this is just a generalisation, men usually wear more comfortable and practical footwear in the workplace. Women, unfortunately, especially in some professions, are still pressured to wear inappropriate and sometimes very uncomfortable footwear. I know some women wear more…
Read MoreAre Oofos The Right Jandal For Me?
Oofos Jandals and slides are helpful for a recovery shoe for many of our Clients. Oofos are constructed from a unique and proprietary, closed cell form which they have named, OOfoam technology. Which helps absorb 37% more impact than traditional foam footwear. We recommend these as a helpful adjunct when treating plantar heel pain and…
Read MoreDo I Have a Heel Spur?
Did you know that no one, other than Superman, has X-Ray vision? Im sure this comes as no suprise, so the next time you’re told by a friend, a concerned family member, or health professional that you have a heel spur, and they are not wearing a red cape and underpants on the outside of…
Read MoreFootwear features to reduce your risk of falls
As we age, our risk and fear of falling during normal day to day activity significantly increases. Approximately 30-40% of elderly individuals fall each year with 5 -15% resulting in serious injury. There are many factors that influence the risk of falls in the elderley and footwear is high on the list. Understandably, for…
Read MoreFoot Problems Can Cause Back Pain
Did you know that some back problems are directly related to poorly functioning feet and if you support and control the foot function, your back pain could be considerably reduced? If you’ve had ongoing back pain, you need to keep reading. Physiotherapists and Chiropractors treat more back problems than anyone else, and both are very good…
Read MorePosterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
What is Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction? So, it is a bit a mouthful, but what actually is Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)? Basically, there is a muscle high up on the inside of your leg called the Posterior Tibial muscle. This muscle attaches to a tendon, tendons attach muscles to bone, and then it comes…
Read MoreWhen Should I Change Shoes?
How can you tell when it is time to change your athletic shoes? Whether you are a die-hard runner or an occasional gym user, there are lots of different opinions on this topic. Many of them are based around mileage and time, or age of the shoe. For example, discard your shoes after 700 km.…
Read MoreIngrown Toenail Causes and Solutions
Ingrown Toenail Causes and Solutions Ingrown toenails are a problem we often see here at Waikato Podiatry. They can be a very stubborn condition to shift, and can be quite problematic and painful for sufferers. What causes ingrown toenails? There are a variety of things which can cause an ingrown toenail. The number one cause…
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 More