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Forefoot Pain – How can we Help?
What is Forefoot Pain? There are many different types and causes of forefoot pain. Some common conditions are: Morton’s Neuroma Morton’s Neuroma is by far the best known forefoot pathology. A Morton’s neuroma is a lump of nerve tissue fibers that occurs between the bones of the forefoot. Sesamoiditis Sesamoiditis is the injury of the…
Read MoreTwo Feet Away from Better Golf
Foot Positioning Matters for Golf So, you’ve bought yourself a golf bag and buggy, clubs, plenty of balls for the water hazards, golf shoes and even decided to have a few lessons to prevent that horrible slice into the trees. However, even after a number of lessons your game is still not right. You know…
Read MoreShin Splints – How Can We Help?
What are Shin Splints? Shin splints are a common but very general term for pain in the shin or lower leg area. Shin splints are not a specific diagnosis, and a more accurate diagnosis and treatment plan should be established to be most effective. Different tissues will respond to different treatments, so identifying what is…
Read MoreHow to Treat a Verruca
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 in clusters (mosaic warts). Children…
Read MoreWarts – Let Us Help You!
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 in the British Journal of…
Read MoreThe Risks of Getting Your Nails Done
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 client to client if hygiene…
Read MorePlantar Plate Injuries
Plantar Plate Injuries fall under the category of forefoot pain problems, but they make up a significant percentage of forefoot problems so I have decided to discuss this condition exclusively. What Is the Plantar Plate? Plantar Plate The plantar plate is a fibrous structure that has a cartilaginous plate that makes the tissue…
Read MoreWorld’s Best Gumboots
Choosing the Right Gumboots for Winter: A Podiatrist’s Guide As we transition from autumn into winter in the Waikato, gumboots become an essential part of daily life, particularly for those working on farms. With calving season underway, the cold, wet, and muddy conditions demand durable, comfortable, and supportive footwear to make long hours on your…
Read MorePosterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
What is Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction? Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD) may sound complicated, but understanding this condition is crucial for anyone experiencing unexplained foot pain or flattening arches. The posterior tibial muscle originates high on the inside of your leg. This important muscle connects to a tendon that travels down the back of your…
Read MoreWhy Do I Keep Rolling My Ankle?
Ankle Sprains It is Andrew from Waikato Podiatry here, and I have come to talk to you about recurrent ankle sprains, which are useful for anyone who keeps rolling their ankle. I recently read an article about this subject, and it found that 10% of people that have ankle sprains do no proprioceptive rehabilitation following…
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