Great Feets Podiatry

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What is a podiatrist?

Podiatrists are qualified health professionals specialising in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of disorders affecting the feet and lower limbs. The Podiatry Scope of Practice includes paediatrics, diabetes, sports injuries, structural problems, skin and nail conditions, and treatment of the elderly, as well as general foot care.

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Why do feet need specialist care?

• During your lifetime your feet will walk you 3 times around the world! Getting checked by a podiatrist is vital for foot health, especially as we age.
  
• The complex mechanics of the feet (52 bones plus a network of muscles, joints and ligaments) demand professional expertise.
  
• There is a very wide range of foot problems — over 200 identified conditions.
  
• People with diabetes are at risk of foot-related complications that in extreme cases can lead to amputation. Seeing a podiatrist maintains foot health and could help save a limb.
  
• Playing sport impacts on your feet, so knowing your feet is important. Getting advice from a podiatrist on the correct sports footwear is vital.
  
• Children’s feet rapidly change as they grow. Identifying any problems early will put your mind at ease and ensure your child grows up with healthy, happy feet.

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What do we treat?

Patients of all ages and walks of life come to Great Feets Podiatry for:

Foot and lower leg pain

• Heel pain / heel spurs
  
• Plantar fasciitis
  
• Achilles tendon pain
  
• Knee pain / shin pain / arch pain
  
• Aching feet
  
• Bunions
  
• Neuromas
  
• Clawed toes

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Sports injuries

Nail problems

• General nail care
  
• Ingrown toenails
  
• Fungal nails (onychomycosis)
  
• Thick, unsightly nails

Skin care

• Callus
  
• Corns
  
• Plantar warts
  
• Tinea / athlete’s foot
  
• Cracked heels

Abnormal walking patterns

Diabetic foot assessments

Children’s foot assessments

Footwear advice

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Our services

• General podiatry
  
• Nail surgery
  
• Diabetic foot screenings and education
  
• Orthotics, including custom made, prefabricated, cushioned and pressure deflective insoles
  
• Biomechanical and running gait assessments
  
• Dry needling
  
• Home visits
  
• Referrals to orthopaedic footwear specialists

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