Have you sprained your ankle? Perhaps you were playing sports or simply stumbled when stepping off of a curb. Here you will find a few basic things to assist with a sprained ankle; however, it is still crucial to visit a professional for proper diagnosis and care.  How long does a sprained ankle take to […] The post How To Treat A Sprained Ankle appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more

Looking for some new shoes for your children? In this blog, we take a look at our top 8 things to consider when purchasing new shoes for kids. The post Top Tips For Buying Children’s Shoes appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more

Our bodies were designed for movement, so walking is a great way to get in your daily exercise; however, this does not mean it isn’t tough on our feet. In an average lifetime, most humans will walk around 110,000 miles; how can this not have some sort of impact? Walking helps to build up the […] The post How Does Walking Impact Your Feet? appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more

Believe it or not, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK and around 1 in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. Most diagnosed with this painful disease are over the age of 50; however, younger women can also get it. The good news is, if detected […] The post Why is breast cancer awareness month so important? appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more

Unattractive toenails can be a seriously embarrassing problem, leading to individuals feeling self-conscious, especially if getting their feet out in public is a requirement; unsightly feet are usually signs of a fungal nail infection. If your toenails start to become crusty, thick, or yellow/brown in colour, the problem is beyond cosmetic. Fungal nail infections, or […] The post What Are The Main Causes of Fungal Nails and How Can You Get Rid Of Them? appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more

Warm wax therapy is an innovative and hygienic treatment adored by pretty much anyone that tries it! Applying paraffin wax heat helps increase blood flow and relax muscles, improving pain as the blood rushes to affected areas and flushes out any toxins. It also intensely softens the skin. The post What Is Warm Wax Therapy? appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more

This blog will answer all of your prayers and provide you with all the knowledge you need on taking care of diabetic feet! The post How To Properly Care For Diabetic Feet appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more

Corns and calluses are painful conditions developed by thickened skin. Usually, they occur in areas that have undergone repeated pressure over a prolonged period of time.  Below are some of the significant symptoms for corns and calluses:  Bumps on your skin Hard or thickened patches of skin Flaky skin Tenderness in the infected area If […] The post Eveything You Need To Know About Corns And Calluses appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more

A hammertoe is a toe deformity where there is bending at the joint. Usually, they begin as a minor toe deformity with little to no pain. However, they are known to worsen over time. Hammertoes are most commonly seen amongst the female population as footwear is the biggest culprit as to the cause.  If you […] The post All You Need To Know About Hammertoes! appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a loop? Experiencing the same problems over and over again, no matter how hard you try, painful and unattractive irritations keep returning? This is exactly what it is like to live with ingrown toenails, and there may be a few explanations as to why. Don’t threat there […] The post Why Do I Keep Getting Ingrown Toenails? appeared first on Caton Podiatry ..read more