by Admin | Oct 7, 2019 | Foot Care, Nail problems, Podiatry
Last week I saw two patients who booked a podiatry assessment because they thought they had uncontrolled athletes’ foot. They both presented with a red, overly itchy rash which hadn’t responded to over the counter athletes foot creams. One patient only had the skin...
by Admin | Sep 23, 2019 | Diabetes, Foot Care, Footwear, Podiatry
Corn plasters are a medicated treatment marketed for the quick and easy removal and treatment of corns. They are readily available in most shops and chemists – I have even seen them sold in a petrol station! They can be brought relatively cheaply with no advice,...
by Admin | Sep 9, 2019 | Foot Care, Podiatry
One of the most common complaints we see as Podiatrists is heels splittng and cracking. During the warmer weather particularly, we are more prone to cracked heels. These can be painful and sometimes bleed. The most common causes are footwear (open backed shoes) and...
by Admin | Aug 26, 2019 | Foot Care, Podiatry
Osteoarthritis is a condition which causes pain and swelling to joints in the body. It is very different from Rheumatoid arthritis which we will look at in the coming weeks. In the UK it is thought around 8 million people suffer from the condition. It is more common...
by Admin | Jul 29, 2019 | Foot Care, Nail problems
Its supposed to be something we know right? Do you remember having a lesson in cutting your toenails correctly? Most people admit they don’t actually know he correct way to cut their nails so there is no wonder it is our most asked question at West Berkshire Foot...
by Admin | Jul 14, 2019 | Foot Care, Podiatry
Foot melanomas are a type of skin cancer that affects the feet. They can appear anywhere on the foot including the sole of the foot. They are usually treatable if caught early, but if left can be life threatening. Contrary to popular belief – podiatrists don’t just...