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Choosing School Shoes
Put best foot forward All parents want to ensure their children put their best foot forward when they go to school – and there’s no better way of doing that than ensuring they have the right shoes. By the time a child is 12 years old, his or her feet will have reached about 90 […]
Choosing Shoes for Toddlers
Developing feet Most children learn to walk at about the time of their first birthday, although some may learn either months earlier or later. Young children’s feet are very different to adult’s feet. During the first year of your child’s life, their feet are still developing with relatively soft cartilage and foot bones which are […]
Choosing Netball Shoes
Stress on legs and feet Netball is a physically demanding sport involving frequent stopping and starting, twisting, pivoting, and jumping movements often combined with a hard, unforgiving surface. Netball places high stresses on the legs and feet, often causing injury to knees and ankles, especially in growing children. Choosing the correct netball shoe for your […]
Choosing Running Shoes
Your feet are as unique as a fingerprint Purchasing a new pair of running shoes can be a daunting task, especially when faced with today’s ominous array of styles, colours, and brands. Is there really a difference between them? Does it really matter which pair I choose? Yes! Your feet are as unique as a […]
Why is foot callus a problem in Diabetes?
Calluses are areas of thickened skin that develop beneath the foot in areas of high pressure. Calluses occur more often and build up faster on the feet of people with diabetes. In healthy people with good foot sensation, these calluses eventually become uncomfortable to walk on, leading them to seek treatment. However, people with diabetes […]
Sore Heels?? Soccer Season Is Here!
With soccer season on its way, many parents will have to watch their children for symptoms of Sever’s disease. Sever’s disease is a painful condition of the heel in kids, caused by inflammation at the growth plate adjacent to the Achilles tendon. It is the most common foot problem in active children aged 8 to […]
Preparing Your Feet for the Oxfam Trailwalker Challenge
Blisters are the number one reason people don’t finish Oxfam Trailwalker. Preventing blisters and preparing and strengthening your feet and ankles are the keys to a successful walk. Below are some tips for keeping your feet healthy and happy during training and on the day.  Footwear. Make sure you have a comfortable pair of good […]
Plantar Fascia Stretch to Relieve Morning Heel Pain
Improving the flexibility of the plantar fascia, the main soft tissue crossing your arch, is important for reducing strain and tension in the arch, especially first thing in the morning.  It is best to perform this stretch before getting out of bed in the morning and after any periods of prolonged sitting. Follow these simple […]
Foot check-ups for kids
When should your child have their feet checked? As experienced podiatrists, treating foot and ankle problems for over 20 years, we know that many adult foot problems have their origins in childhood. If picked up early, we can often help prevent foot problems from becoming an issue in adulthood. To help detect problems early, children […]
6 Top Tips for Fitting Children’s School Shoes
During the back-to-school season, one of the most important purchases on any parent’s shopping list should be a pair of properly fitting school shoes. Before making your purchase, consider these 6 tips for getting the right fit and the right shoe for your child: Growing Room There should be about 10-14mm of space between the […]
How Do I Choose The Best School Shoes For My Child?
Australian school children can spend up to 40 hours per week in their school shoes, so making an informed choice and purchasing the best shoes for your child’s feet is vital. Poorly fitting school shoes on growing feet can lead to long term foot health problems including bunions, hammer toes, corns and ingrown toenails. Shoes […]
How Can I Decrease My Reliance on Orthotics Without Suffering Foot Pain!
Many people with foot posture problems, including bunions, require the support of custom foot orthotics or extra-supportive footwear for injury prevention and relief of foot, ankle or knee pain. Although, they experience significant relief and are more comfortable with this extra support and improved alignment for their feet, they are also often keen to have […]