Sydney Oxfam Trail Walker 25/8/17 – 27/8/17
West Ryde Podiatry Blog
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9M ago
Sydney Oxfam Trail Walker 25/8/17 – 27/8/17 Prep Sheet by Mitch Bath (Podiatrist at West Ryde Podiatry Clinic) With just over 3 weeks to go you should be in the final stages of preparing your feet for the 100km trail walk: Completed several long training walks in your professionally fitted boot/jogger. Tested out several pairs of hiking socks.  I prefer socks with the individual toe slots, to minimise friction between the toes.  I recommend changing your socks several times throughout the hike to keep your feet dry and free from damp and perspiration. Be prepared for blisters.   ..read more
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What is PinPointe FootLaser™?
West Ryde Podiatry Blog
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9M ago
PinPointe FootLaser The PinPointe FootLaser is the first clinically proven laser for the treatment of patients with onychomycosis, or nail fungus. Toenail fungus is characterised by thick, unsightly, discoloured nails. Fungus-infected toenails can be irritating, embarrassing and painful. Leaving a fungal infection untreated can result in it spreading to other toenails, the skin on the feet and even the fingernails. Severe cases can impair one’s ability to walk or lead to painful ingrown toenails. Safe and effective, this in-clinic treatment is pain free, has no harmful side effects, and typica ..read more
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Management of xerosis or dry skin
West Ryde Podiatry Blog
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9M ago
The treatment for xerosis (dry skin) is the repeated use of moisturizers to hydrate the skin. Their use is based on sound evidence of the importance of maintaining the skin’s water content. Although the skin on the plantar surface of the foot is very thick, it is highly visco-elastic and copes with high levels of frictional, compressive and shear stresses applied to it by being supple and well hydrated. Problems arise when the skin becomes dry and loses its elastic properties. Fissures can occur which are often painful and can act as portals for infection. The post Management of xerosis or dry ..read more
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Foot Conditions and Pregnancy
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9M ago
Foot Conditions and Pregnancy Many changes occur to the body throughout pregnancy and as a result, women who are pregnant are more likely to be affected by certain foot conditions. Flat Feet Endocrine changes occurring during pregnancy result in increased laxity of the ligaments of the foot. This may lead to gradual collapse of the foot arches. A collapsed arch results in widening of the feet, thus altering the foot size. Swelling and Edema Swelling of the feet, also known as edema. This conditions usually presents in the second or third trimester of the pregnancy. It occurs as a result of the ..read more
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IQube 3D Laser Scanning System
West Ryde Podiatry Blog
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9M ago
Scanning AUTODESK iQube 3D Laser Scanning System Scanning AUTODESK iQube 3D Laser Scanning System literally takes seconds. With no complicated systems, positioning, socks and of course messy and time consuming casting. Patients love the speed and impressive technology and the Podiatrists love the flexibility and accuracy the system provides. A computer generated scan of a neutral foot position is created by scanning the foot in a clinical situation using the 3D AUTODESK iQube 3D laser scanning system. Once the laboratory has the scan, the technicians then are able to manipulate the foot to the ..read more
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Ingrown Toenails
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9M ago
Ingrown Toenails West Ryde, Sydney An ingrown toenail is an infection that develops when the toenails begin to grow into the skin surrounding them. They can become very painful with swelling, redness and pus, often very sore to touch and making it hard to wear shoes. Ingrown toenails occur from incorrect cutting technique, inadequate footwear, genetically curved nails or direct trauma. Treatment It is important to seek podiatry care as soon as you detect the nail is ingrown. DO NOT TRY TO CUT DOWN THE SIDE OF THE NAIL! Often it can require a minor procedure to remove the sharp piece of ..read more
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West Ryde Podiatry Sydney
West Ryde Podiatry Blog
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9M ago
West Ryde Podiatry Sydney WHAT IS A PODIATRIST? A podiatrist is an allied health professional who must meet the professional registration requirements of the Podiatry Board of Australia. A podiatrist must have a Bachelor of Podiatry. A Podiatrist is trained to assess, diagnose and treat foot and lower limb problems. These may include skin and nail problems, foot and ankle injuries, foot complications related to diabetes and other medical conditions and problems with gait or walking. Podiatrists play an important role in monitoring disease and managing lower limb issues to maintain an active an ..read more
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What is Achilles Tendinitis ?
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9M ago
What is Achilles Tendinitis ? Perhaps you’ve heard of Achilles tendinitis and think it only happens to marathon runners or hard-core athletes. But this injury can happen to people of all ages and athletic levels. If it’s not properly treated, it can lead to an extremely painful tendon rupture. How Does it Happen? You use your Achilles tendon every day. It’s the largest tendon in your body and connects your calf muscle to your heel bone. It is strong and tough, but it takes a lot of abuse from daily walking, running, and jumping. If you overuse it (like during intense exercise), or if you sudde ..read more
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Foot Injury Focus: Heel Pain
West Ryde Podiatry Blog
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9M ago
Foot Injury Focus: Heel Pain The heel bone is the largest of the 26 bones in the human foot, which also has 33 joints and a network of more than 100 tendons, muscles, and ligaments. Like all bones, it is subject to outside influences that can affect its integrity and its ability to keep us on our feet. Heel pain, sometimes disabling, can occur in the front, back, or bottom of the heel. Causes Heel pain has many causes. Heel pain is generally the result of faulty bio-mechanics (walking gait abnormalities) that place too much stress on the heel bone and the soft tissues that attach to it. The st ..read more
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Sydney Oxfam Trail Walker 25/8/17 – 27/8/17
West Ryde Podiatry Blog
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3y ago
Sydney Oxfam Trail Walker 25/8/17 – 27/8/17 Prep Sheet by Mitch Bath (Podiatrist at West Ryde Podiatry Clinic) With just over 3 weeks to go you should be in the final stages of preparing your feet for the 100km trail walk: Completed several long training walks in your professionally fitted boot/jogger. Tested out several pairs of hiking socks.  I prefer socks with the individual toe slots, to minimise friction between the toes.  I recommend changing your socks several times throughout the hike to keep your feet dry and free from damp and perspiration. Be prepared for blisters.   ..read more
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