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Psoriasis Awareness Month
August is National Psoriasis Awareness Month, so this month’s blog will focus on how psoriasis on feet affects individuals and how Podiatrists can help you manage any skin changes. About Psoriasis Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition, thought to be autoimmune in origin. Although it can start at any age, the most common age for…
Read MorePodiatry treatment – What treatments do Podiatrists offer?
In this blog we’ll talk about what your Podiatry Treatment might involve, and the conditions that we commonly treat. Assessment of your feet All our new patient appointments start with a full assessment of your feet and the issue that concerns you. For those over 50, we check pulses with a doppler to assess circulation…
Read MoreSummer Feet Tips
Well, the sun is finally out after what feels like a very long, cold, damp Spring! So we thought for this month’s blog we’d revisit some of our Summer Feet tips. Good foot care and hygiene should be an all year round thing, but we’re all a little guilty of neglecting our feet during the…
Read MoreMental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness Month – May As May is mental health awareness month, we thought we’d base this month’s blog on that theme. Good mental health is so important for everyone and seeking mental health help can make a significant difference in one’s well-being. In our humble opinion, there are many links between foot health…
Read MorePodiatry Myth Busting!
Podiatry Myth Busting! Helping sort the fact from the fiction. As with most things in life, there are plenty of myths out there about Podiatry and the conditions we treat. In this month’s blog, we’ll try to bust some of those Podiatry myths and point you in the right direction for evidence-based treatments for the conditions…
Read MoreThings to do in HD8 – We love Kirkburton!
Want to get out and about more in HD8? Take a look at some of the things to do locally. We’re (hopefully) now past the worst of the Winter weather, and Spring is well on it’s way. That means for many of us, getting out and about more to enjoy the sunshine and longer days.…
Read MorePlantar Fasciitis Heel Pain: Understanding the Condition
Could You Have Plantar Fasciitis? Discover the Best Ways to Heal Plantar fasciitis is a common reason for heel pain. It is caused by inflammation in the plantar fascia, which is a tough band of tissue that stretches from the heel to the toes. Some of the fibres also extend round the heel and join…
Read MoreToenail Fungus Treatment
Are you looking for best way to treat nail fungus infection? Fungal nails are not only one of the most common conditions that we see in our clinic, but can also be one of the hardest things to treat. It can take several months for a fungal nail infection to clear. So if you want…
Read MoreHow long does it take to get rid of a verruca? Some Swift Case Studies.
How long does it take to get rid of a verruca? The answer to this question will vary for every single patient we see. Hopefully these studies will give an understanding of how long it takes to get rid of a verruca! For the majority of our patients that we use Swift Microwave treatments for,…
Read MoreLooking for help with a verruca? FAQ’s and helpful information
Are you looking for help with a verruca? In this month’s blog, we aim to answer some of your frequently asked questions about verrucas and provide information about their treatment. I’m looking for help with a verruca. Should I see a Podiatrist? Yes, Podiatrists deal with verrucae all the time. There are various treatment options…
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