What are bunions? Bunions are a bony deformity that forms at the base of the big toe, where the toe meets the ball of the foot. It is caused when the big toe bones move, causing the big toe to angle towards the second toe, and the foot shape changes.…
Round House Podiatry – 2024 round-up and the gift of foot care. As we come to the end of another year, it is time to consider the year just gone in our clinic, and how to give yourself, or others, the gift of regular foot care. The last year in…
Diabetic foot checks – what do we do and why Diabetic foot checks are a big part of what Podiatrists do. But what are they and why do we do them? Both Anna and Nikki worked for many years in the Diabetic Foot Team in the NHS in Huddersfield. …
Rheumatology and Podiatry In September each year, there is Rheumatoid Arthritis awareness week. So, this month’s blog will be a little about Rheumatology and Podiatry, and the role a Podiatrist can play in managing forms of arthritis, including Rheumatoid Arthritis. What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid Arthritis is the most common…
Caring for your feet as they age. Over time, your feet will go through a lot of wear and tear. Studies have shown that an average person can take up to 4.5 million steps a year! As we age, we complete that number of steps many times over, all putting…