Foot Condition

Hard Skin on Feet & Cracked Heels

Hard skin on your feet is protective, but it can be unappealing, due to colour changes and peeling. In some people hard skin can form lumps and cracking may occur. If you battle with cracked heels and hard skin and still haven’t found a way to keep your feet smooth and nourished, then check out […]

Flat feet and high arches

It’s no surprise that so many injuries are foot-related. The arches of the feet are highly specialised and are primarily responsible for the transmission of load and absorption of shock every time we take a step. When walking, the stresses placed on your feet are greater than your resting body weight, and this increases further when […]

Sprains and injury

If you have a sprained ankle, you’re not alone as this is one of the most common types of muscles and ligament injuries doctors see. Alongside being painful and swollen, it may be hard to move the foot properly. The good news is that there is a lot of self-care advice out there to help, and […]

Ingrowing toenail

The pain of an ingrowing toenail can be very irritating. The painful sensation with every step you take can be very hard to live with. Whether you’ve got a predisposition to them, you’ve overdone the nail clipping, been squeezing into those shoes that are a little too tight or they come as a side effect […]

Heel and ankle pain

They’re usually the last things we take care of, but the demands made on our feet and lower limbs can lead to a whole range of issues. There’s a lot going on in our feet: bones, ligaments, tendons and many more which means the causes of foot pain can range from a mechanical or structural […]

Corns and calluses

Toe woes affect many of us, and concealing unsightly corns and calluses from the world isn’t always easy. No matter if you’re a regular sufferer or if you’re going through a rough patch, there is a way to help shedding and preventing thick, dry, dead skin to bring your feet out of hibernation. Put your […]

How do blister plasters work?

If you’ve ever hobbled home with blisters after a long day walking or a night partying in uncomfortable shoes, you’ll know the unpleasant pain they can bring. And while they can be unavoidable at times, there are ways to help deal with the pain and prevent future ones from forming. This is not a diagnostic tool. This […]

Get rid of Athlete’s foot: Causes and treatment

Whether you’ve been upping the ante with your fitness regime, spending more time in the pool and gym showers, or just prefer to live your life in trainers, we can create the perfect warm, dark and humid environments that fungus requires to thrive. And as annoying as athlete’s foot can be, there are simple treatments: topical creams, sprays […]

Tired feet

Overdone walking or running, or just spent too much time on your feet lately? Most people will experience achy feet at some point, which not only affects how you move, but can also affect your mood and can lead to more serious foot issues further down the line. What are tired feet? Tired, aching legs […]

Ball of foot pain

There are a lot of structures in the ball of the foot that can become painful if put under stress. It could be caused by general wear and tear, living your life in heels, playing too much high-impact sports, being overweight or another condition you may have. This is not a diagnostic tool. This healthcare […]

Bunions

A bunion is a deformed bony lump on the side of your big toe which can be caused by unfortunate genetics and is thought to be aggravated by years of wearing tight shoes, and they can wreak havoc on your feet. While some people may have a bunion and experience very little to no pain, others […]

Heavy Legs: treatments and Causes

Suffering from heavy legs can not only be tiresome but it’s also hard to find much sympathy for a condition that causes the sensation of heaviness. The feeling of being weighed down, stiff and tired can happen for no apparent reason or be related to other conditions you may have. The good news is you […]

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