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Hypermobility In Children
Fri - 17/05/13
What is joint hypermobility?
Joint hypermobility – more commonly known as ‘double-jointedness’ – refers to joints with an unusually large range of movement, and is quite common in childhood.
It is thought to be caused by genetically-determined ... Foot Health Clinic: Now Offering Same-Day Prescription Orthotics
Thu - 25/04/13
Foot Health Clinic is expanding its new premises with the introduction of Orthema™ CAD/CAM orthotics.
The Swiss made Orthema™ CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacture) foot orthotic fabrication system enables the podiatrists at Foot Health Clinic ... Heel Pain In Active Children
Tue - 12/03/13
With soccer and netball season now underway, many parents will be watching their children for symptoms of Sever’s Disease.
Sever’s Disease is a painful condition of the heel, usually affecting children at the beginning of the growth spurt in early puberty. ... Foot Health Clinic: Now With More To Offer
Thu - 28/02/13
Samford’s longest serving podiatry practice has moved to new purpose-built premises.
After 18 years on Main Street, Foot Health Clinic is now situated in Samford Central Shopping Centre, on the corner of Mount Glorious Road and Mary Ring Drive.
Owner and ... FOOT HEALTH CLINIC HAS MOVED!
Sun - 10/02/13
Foot Health Clinic is now located in Samford Central Shopping Centre, corner Mount Glorious Road and Mary Ring Drive. Carpark access is directly outside the clinic off Mary Ring Drive, or through the IGA carpark off Kath Fitzgerald Drive. Foot Health Clinic is fully wheelchair ... New Clinic Under Construction!
Fri - 25/01/13
Construction is underway at the new Foot Health Clinic premises in Samford Central Shopping Centre.
Watch this space for further news and information!
... School Shoes: Do You Know What To Look For?
Fri - 18/01/13
Here are some useful tips for parents buying school shoes for their children:
Ensure your child's feet are measured by a trained shoe fitting consultant. Feet come in all sizes and widths, and shoes should be fitted accordingly.
If ... Foot Health Clinic is moving!
Mon - 14/01/13
In February we are moving to Shop 7, Samford Central Shopping Centre, cnr Mount Glorious Road and Mary Ring Drive (the old Video Ezy in the IGA complex).
All our other contact details will stay the same.
We look forward to seeing you at our new location!
... Relocation Sale Starts Monday 7 January!
Mon - 7/01/13
Happy New Year!
In February Foot Health Clinic is moving to new premises.
Until then, enjoy up to 60% off selected Ecco, Naot, Merrell and more at our Relocation Sale while stocks last.
More on our forthcoming move soon!
... Stiff Big Toe: Could You Have Arthritis?
Tue - 11/12/12
One of the forms of osteoarthritis that can affect your feet is hallux limitus, or a ‘jamming’ of the big toe joint.
Hallux limitus is commonly caused by excessive foot pronation (rolling in), but may also be secondary to trauma or inflammatory conditions ... Plantar Warts In Kids: Should I Be Worried?
Tue - 4/12/12
Plantar warts, or verrucae, are benign skin lesions found on the soles of the feet, caused by direct contact with the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV).
Because each person’s immune system responds differently, not everyone who comes into contact with HPV will develop ... Prepare Your Feet For The Holidays!
Tue - 27/11/12
With the end of the school year in sight, many people are looking forward to a well-deserved holiday away from home.
Whether you are planning to hike through a rainforest, shop till you drop in Hong Kong or explore a beautiful European city, travelling can take a toll on your ... Toe Walking In Kids: When Should I Worry?
Mon - 19/11/12
Children usually learn to walk at around 12 months of age. As they practise their walking, they often try different foot positions, such as walking on tiptoes or ‘toe walking’.
By the age of two, however, most children have learned to walk steadily with ... Wednesday is World Diabetes Day!
Mon - 12/11/12
This Wednesday, 14 November, is World Diabetes Day.
An initiative of the World Health Organisation and the International Diabetes Federation, World Diabetes Day takes place every year on the birthday of medical scientist Frederick Banting, whose work with colleague ... October is Foot Health Month!
Mon - 8/10/12
October is the Australasian Podiatry Council’s Foot Health Month, and Foot Health Clinic is joining the campaign to promote good foot health care for people with diabetes.
The aim of the campaign, featuring specially commissioned ‘Silly Socks’ ... Flat Feet In Kids: When Should I Worry?
Wed - 12/09/12
At Foot Health Clinic, Samford, we often see children brought in by parents anxious about ‘flat feet’.
Parents are often surprised to learn, however, that all babies are born with flat feet, and that flat feet are normal in very young children – due ... Treat Ingrown Toenails Without Surgery
Tue - 28/08/12
Ingrown toenails are a common, painful condition affecting many people, including children.
An ingrown toenail occurs when the skin at the side of a nail grows over its edge, or when the nail itself grows into the skin. The condition is usually very painful and can be associated ... Summer Sandals: Do You Know What To Look For?
Tue - 28/08/12
With spring finally here, many of us are looking forward to buying new shoes for summer.
However, it can be a challenge to find shoes that will keep you cool while still taking care of your feet.
Foot Health Clinic sells a range of sandals by leading brands, designed to ... Should You Try Barefoot Running?
Tue - 28/08/12
In recent years, a growing number of people have started wearing minimalist, or ‘barefoot’, shoes for distance running.
The London Olympics have also heralded a renewed interest in runners known to have trained or competed barefoot, like middle-distance legend Zola ...