Skin problems
Common Children’s Foot Problems
Common Children’s Foot Problems There are many common children’s foot problems. In this blog, we will discuss a few of them, why they occur, and how to treat or prevent them. Ingrown Toenails These are common in children and have a variety of causes. Ingrown nails happen when the corner or edge of the…
Read MoreNeuropathy and your feet
Neuropathy and your feet Do you have issues with neuropathy and your feet? Or are you wondering how neuropathy can affect your feet, and how a Podiatrist can help? Then this blog is for you! What is neuropathy? Neuropathy develops when the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord (Peripheral nerves) are damaged. There…
Read MoreIntensive Foot Treatment
This month we want to introduce you to our Intensive Foot Treatment. We used to call this our MediPedi, but we felt that didn’t really describe the treatment that well. What is an Intensive Foot Treatment? This treatment is a Podiatry treatment and then some! Our Standard Podiatry treatment involves nail care, (cutting and reducing…
Read MorePsoriasis Awareness Month
August is Psoriasis awareness month, so this month’s blog will focus on how this condition affects the feet 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 onset…
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 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 MoreMay – Skin Cancer Awareness Month
A Patient Case Study. May has been skin cancer awareness month. So just before the end of the month and to highlight the importance of this subject, we’d like to share one of our cases with you, with our patient’s permission. One of our regular patients attended the foot and ankle clinic for her usual…
Read MoreWhat is a Dermatoscope and how do we use it?
How does a Dermatoscope help us? A Dermatoscope is a fantastic little gadget that helps us to look at the skin under magnification. Using a Dermatoscope allows us to see some really cool details in the skin. It’s like looking at a different world! It helps us to… Distinguish between types of lesions. For example,…
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