Posts by Anna
How 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…
Read MoreRound House Podiatry Clinic
Ever wondered what a day in the life of a Podiatrist looks like? In this blog, we look at a typical day for us at the Round House Podiatry clinic, (if such a thing as a “typical day” exists!). For Anna, her day starts with a scenic drive over the Pennines, and for Nikki, it’s…
Read MoreChristmas Gifts at Round House Podiatry.
Christmas gifts for your feet! It’s coming up to THAT time of the year again isn’t it! The Round House Podiatry team are in full-on Christmas prep mode! How organised are you all in your Christmas shopping? Are you an “All done by the end of November” sort, or a “Last minute Christmas Eve dash”…
Read MoreWe love working in Kirkburton!
Kirkburton – Our Village We love working in Kirkburton, there is a wonderful community feel in the village, and we have so many brilliant, long established businesses locally. It is always a busy village, but at this time of year it becomes even busier! Our village Christmas lights have now gone up, courtesy of a…
Read MoreWarm Wax Therapy
Warm Wax Therapy – A Treat For Your Feet If you suffer with dry skin, aching feet, arthritis, chilblains or Raynauds, then we have a treat for your feet. As an add-on to your Podiatry treatment at Round House Podiatry, we offer warm wax therapy treatment. What is this treatment? Well after we’ve completed your…
Read MoreEver wondered about callus on your feet?
Why do you get callus on your feet? Callus on the feet is common problem. It forms as the skin’s response to friction and pressure. When you think about what your feet go through every day, it’s not surprising! They commonly form on the balls of the feet, the tops of the toes and around…
Read MoreEver wondered, “How do I get rid of a corn?”
What are corns? Before we can answer, ‘How do I get rid of a corn’, we need to tell you a little bit about what they actually are. Corns are thickened areas of the skin with a hard, central core that form in response to friction and pressure. They can occur anywhere on the foot…
Read MoreKardia Mobile – Why do we use it?
How do Podiatrists detect an irregular pulse before they use Kardia Mobile? Our policy in our foot and ankle clinic is that all new patients over the age of 50 (or below if there is a clinical reason to do so) will have the circulation to their feet checked using a doppler. A doppler allows…
Read MoreDiabetes Week 2022
Diabetes – why does it affect Podiatry treatment? Diabetes Week 2022 is coming up soon, so our latest blog will tell you a little about diabetes and your feet, and why it is such a big deal for Podiatrists. Both Nikki and Anna specialised in the care of diabetic feet whilst working in the NHS…
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