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The Benefits of Custom Orthotics for Foot Pain and Improved Mobility
Are you dealing with pain in your heel, ankle, or arches? No matter where you feel foot pain, it can certainly be uncomfortable and stop you in your tracks. However, it doesn’t have to! You may have heard about the possible benefits of custom orthotics, which are medically prescribed shoe inserts designed to alleviate pain, […]
Symptoms of Wearing the Wrong Shoe
Have you noticed that your big toe hurts after going for a run? Maybe you’re suddenly experiencing pain in your heels first thing in the morning, when before you used to spring out of bed with no issues. There are many ways your body may be trying to tell you you’re wearing the wrong shoes, […]
Can You Get a Bunion on Your Little Toe?
No matter where it is, a bunion is never fun. Most people associate bunions with the big toes, and for good reason— this is where they’re most often found. The truth is that bunions can occur on any toe, including the little toe. But how does this happen, and why? This article discusses bunions on […]
How Long Do Orthotics Last?
After putting up with foot pain for so long, the comfort of orthotics is often a welcome relief. Yes, there may be some initial discomfort, but once you’ve worn them in, it often feels like you’re suddenly walking on clouds. And who doesn’t want that sensation to last as long as possible? Whether this is […]
Can a Baby Get an Ingrown Toenail?
As parents, we may often think that our children aren’t susceptible to many conditions that adults can get. For them, we’re concerned about things like croup, RSV, and what that rash could mean, not things like ingrown toenails. But you’ve noticed that your child’s toenail is red and swollen, which you may know are possible […]
Why Antibiotics Are Not the Right Choice for Ingrown Toenail Issues
If there’s one thing we know about ingrown toenails, it’s that they can be incredibly painful – like a tiny knife stabbing you in the toe. Ingrown toenails are actually one of the most common foot issues that we see as podiatrists. It’s not unusual to see a patient who has been suffering for weeks […]
Balance Exercises for Older Adults
While balance and stability are important at all ages, they do become more important as we get older and the risks associated with a fall become greater (not to mention the time taken to recover). The good news is that there are plenty of balance exercises for seniors, many of which can be done in […]
The Importance of Socks for Foot Health: A Guide to Choosing the Right Socks.
Socks act as the interface between the skin of your feet and the shoe. They are crucial for preventing injury and keeping your feet feeling good and healthy when exercising. Socks function to: Reduce moisture. Prevent blistering. Regulate temperature. Provide cushioning, support and comfort.  There are many different types of socks that podiatrists at Northside […]
Plantar Fasciitis – How Your Podiatrist Can Help
Research shows that plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain across Australia. Experiencing plantar fasciitis in your lifetime isn’t especially rare, but finding an effective treatment is still crucial. If left to worsen over time, plantar fasciitis can cause significant pain, making even the most routine daily tasks uncomfortable and difficult to […]
How Podiatry Can Help Your Rheumatoid Arthritis
Nobody deserves to live in discomfort. When it comes to rheumatoid arthritis, the effects can be severe – so severe that even moving or going about life’s regular routine can be painful, difficult, and even insurmountable. Visiting a podiatrist, however, could be the solution you’ve been waiting for. If you’ve been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis […]
July/August Newsletter
CLINIC RENOVATIONS After several weeks of numerous builders, tradies, strange machine noises and random ladders everywhere, the Foot Health Clinic renovations are nearing completion! The clinic has expanded into the space that was previously occupied by the optometry practice. The expansion includes two new podiatry consultation rooms, an exercise studio space and a larger instrument […]
What’s new in June 2022?
Big News: Foot Health Clinic is expanding! If you haven’t had a chance to visit Foot Health Clinic lately, you might have missed our big news…we are expanding! Our new space will include an exercise area designed for yoga, strength and balance training and foot/ankle rehabilitation. We are adding two extra podiatry clinic rooms and […]