There’s a few questions Tim and Jess (a couple of our Melbourne Podiatrist’s) get asked all the time. One of the big ones is what are the best work boots. We wrote about it for you in 2020, 2021, and now, hot off the press, here’s the 2024 (new boots, new pics) update. If you’re in a profession where work boots are mandatory, in the past there wasn’t much wiggle room for what you had on your feet. And if you have wide feet, even less wiggle room for your pinky toes. Well, the good news is now there’s a few great options available for all different foot shapes, sizes and needs. Let’s take a loo ..read more

These are the best running shoes for heel pain according to foot doctors (podiatrists) and keen runners here in Melbourne. **Updated April 2024** But first, a warning.  If you’re looking for the perfect pair of shoes that will take away your heel pain completely then you’ve come to the wrong place. Actually, that place you’re looking for, and those magic shoes? They don’t exist. However, there are some sneakers that do make the list of the best running shoes for heel pain because they can help.  The following shoes have been selected by our podiatrists as they have the combination of ..read more

If you’re a runner and you’re looking for running shoes for pain on top of the foot you’re in luck. **Updated April 2024** As a podiatrist, I’ve had the pleasure of treating many clients with pain on the top of the foot. It’s a complex area with a lot of different things that can go wrong. But we’ll leave the specific diagnosis for the clinic. With this list, I aim to help you find the best running shoes for pain on top of the foot to give you your best chance of running as far and as fast as you like. Best Running Shoes For Pain On Top Of The Foot The 5 best options according to our podiatris ..read more

Our orthotic guarantee is just what you’ve been looking for. We guarantee your insoles for both comfort and shoe fit. And yes, all our custom orthotics prescribed by Pride Podiatrists are covered. As podiatrists who are experts in custom orthotics we understand how beneficial they are. We have years of experience prescribing, teaching, learning, and making custom foot orthotics. This means that you can have the confidence. When your Pride Podiatrist recommends an orthotic as part of your treatment plan, you’ll know it will be beneficial to you. We also get that a custom orthotic is something ..read more

The 6 Best Running Shoes for Arch Pain | A Podiatrist’s Perspective As runners, nothing halts our pace quite like arch pain.  For some It’s a sting that reminds us with every stride – and for others – it’s post run arch stiffness that spoils our runners high. No matter which, getting the right pair of running shoes for arch pain is paramount. And deep down, you know that there’s no magical pair of shoes that eradicates all arch pain. That kind of wishful thinking belies the multifactorial nature of arch pain. But, getting the right pair of runners for arch pain might be the difference bet ..read more

The 10 best running shoes for ball of foot pain as chosen by our keen runners expert podiatry team. Key Points Stats and jargon used to describe running shoes Then we get into the shoes themselves How to buy and fit your running shoes Finally a lightning round of frequently asked questions Got ball of foot pain?  It’s a real killjoy on the running trail. We see it, we solve it daily at Pride Podiatry. This isn’t a “one shoe fits all” scenario.  Our podiatry team, passionate runners themselves, have put their heads and feet together to bring you a list of the top 11 running shoes th ..read more

Your hip pain might be shouting out for you to look down – at your feet! If hip pain is a daily reminder to you that something is going wrong but you’re just not sure what it is and what you can do about it? You’re not the only one. Hip pain is one of the more common injuries that physiotherapists treat on a daily basis. But what about podiatrists? Yeah, us foot doctors who are obsessed with feet and how they affect our daily lives. We too are called upon by our physiotherapy colleagues to help understand if your feet are causing or contributing to your hip pain. Unfortunately, not everyone ha ..read more

Achilles tendonitis. When you can’t run, jump, or even walk without wincing.  It makes you feel like you’re dragging around a 10 ton truck tyre.  Every morning you feel the heavy stiffness. Ranges from a dull ache to ‘shoot-me-now’ levels. Even resting isn’t a surefire escape. So what’s happened to you pop, spring and speed?  Is there hope? Can you get back to feeling great again? A spring in your step, speed in your stride, and a smile on your face. The good news, you can. But tendons are tricky, and you’re going to need to strap in, make some changes and be prepared to build y ..read more

Heel pain on walking, particularly that first step in the morning is caused by a heel spur. That’s what your doctor said. And why shouldn’t they, look there at the X-ray of your foot they took. It’s clear, there’s a heel spur on the image and it’s smack in the middle of where you feel your heel pain on walking in the morning. Sorry Doc, that’s not it.  The real reason is strangely simple, and comforting to know (and treat) as well. Heel Pain On Walking Is A Soft Tissue Issue That heel pain you feel when you first get up in the morning, it starts to feel a bit better after a few steps does ..read more

By the end of this article you will know how to treat heel pain in Pascoe Vale.  But why should you care? If you’re like me, you’re a podiatrist who is visited by hundreds of Pascoe Vale residents limping in with sore heels in the morning or aching heels when they run. And when someones sitting in front of you looking for answers – you better know what to do! But, maybe you’re not like me at all.  You’re not a podiatrist working in Pascoe Vale, but you do live in Pascoe Vale, or maybe nearby in Glenroy or Strathmore. And your heel is hurting you every time you take that first step. W ..read more