What is Peripheral Artery Disease? Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that occurs when the blood vessels outside of your heart, particularly the arteries that supply blood to your limbs become narrowed or blocked. This narrowing is often caused by atherosclerosis, a build-up of plaque that is made up of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in the artery walls. As a result, blood flow to the limbs is reduced, leading to various symptoms and complications. Symptoms of PAD Symptoms of peripheral artery disease (PAD) that affect the feet include: Numbness, tingling, or a cold sensa ..read more

Today over two-thirds of Australian adults are considered overweight or obese*. Our feet have been designed to carry a certain amount of weight. If this weight increases considerably, it can have a significant impact on foot health, leading to various issues such as pain and discomfort, affecting mobility and overall quality of life. Pain and discomfort – flat feet, plantar fasciitis One of the primary ways in which obesity affects the feet is through increased pressure and stress on the musculoskeletal system. Excess weight puts added strain on the feet, particularly the arches and heels, lea ..read more

Our feet are incredibly complex structures that support our entire body weight and facilitate our movements. They contain numerous nerves, muscles, tendons, and bones, all working together to help us walk, run, jump, and stand upright. Neglecting foot health can lead to various issues such as foot pain and decreased mobility. But how does this relate to brain health? The answer lies in the intricate network of nerves that connect our feet to the brain. This network, known as the sensory nervous system, plays a crucial role in transmitting information from the feet to the brain and vice versa ..read more

When it comes to fitness, many enthusiasts focus on muscle gains, cardiovascular health, and overall wellbeing, often neglecting a crucial element of their body – their feet. Our feet bear the brunt of our physical activities, especially during gym sessions. Proper foot care is essential not only for preventing injuries but also for enhancing overall athletic performance. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of looking after your feet at the gym and provide practical tips for maintaining foot health. The feet are the foundation of fitness Our feet serve as the foundation for nearly ev ..read more

Another school year is about to start and school shoes are one of the most important items on the shopping list for many parents. There are footwear shops in Adelaide which specialise in fitting school shoes for children. Let the professionals help you! They’ll measure up their feet properly and recommend the right shoes for comfort, and to support healthy development and growth of your children’s feet. At Sanders Podiatry clinics, we have family-friendly podiatrists experienced in a range of issues that present themselves in children’s feet. Children’s feet change quickly with age and their d ..read more

With the summer holidays here in Adelaide, we’ve all come out of hibernation and heading outdoors for sunshine. If you’ve had any niggling problems with your feet, you might notice them now that you’re on your feet more. Any discomfort in your feet should never be ignored. It may be simple matter of a little manual therapy or assessing your walking gait to fix aches or pain, or it could be an indication of an underlying problem. The sooner you get your feet checked, the better the long-term health of your feet. 7 things your feet can tell you about your overall health and wellbeing Here are ei ..read more

We see many women at our podiatry clinics every day in Linden Park, Stirling and Mt Barker to help them through perimenopause and menopause, and the impact this has on their feet. During menopause one of the most significant changes is the decrease in production of progesterone and oestrogen which are the hormones that regulate muscle mass and strength. This impacts the tendons and connective tissue in the feet, causing some deterioration and making them softer. As a result, here are some of the common problems experience during perimenopause and menopause. 1. Cracked skin on heels During meno ..read more

Foot Health week is organised by the Australian Podiatry Association (APODA) each year in October to bring awareness to the importance of looking after our feet. This year in 2023 the theme is “Podiatry – more than you think”. In the spirit of this theme, this month we’ve listed our most popular educational articles about why the feet are so important to your overall health, and what you can do to maintain healthy feet so that they take you through the marathon of life. 7 things your feet can tell you about your overall health and wellbeing Good health starts from the ground up. Your feet can ..read more

The body’s circulatory system is responsible for carrying blood, oxygen and nutrients to the cells, and for removing waste products and toxins. Our circulatory system has been intelligently created to travel in one direction to ensure that cells are properly nourished, and everything unwanted and no longer needed is eliminated. If this process is interrupted and the circulatory system struggles to pump the blood through the body, it will cause blood flow to slow and have a serious impact on your health. Since the feet are the furthest away from the heart, the central control station for your c ..read more

The heart is a powerful organ pumping on average 7000 litres of blood through our bodies each day. If the heart’s pumping ability weakens, either through ageing or another health condition, the feet will feel it first. The feet are furthest away from the heart and the heart must push the blood down to the feet, and then bring it up against gravity to circulate it around the body again. This is why the feet can tell us so much about your overall health, especially your heart health. When the heart begins struggling to circulate the blood around the body, blood flow slows down, and cholesterol c ..read more