Your feet contain 25% of your bones and 18% of your joints, so they receive a lot of wear and tear. Damage to your feet can seriously affect how you move and complete daily activities. Inertia-Health-Group podiatry Beverley specialises in assessing, diagnosing and managing lower leg and foot-related injuries and conditions. They enjoy improving patients’ quality of life by helping them feel better and move more freely.
Orthotics
Podiatrists specialise in assessing, diagnosing and treating lower leg and foot-related conditions. These may include bunions, hammertoes, calluses, corns, sports injuries and diabetes-related problems. They enjoy improving their patient’s quality of life and keeping them active.
Orthotics are specially designed shoe inserts that alleviate pain in various conditions. They distribute pressure evenly over the foot, reduce friction and transfer forces away from painful areas. They are available in many materials and designs, from fully custom orthotics to basic off-the-shelf shoe inserts.
Taking care of the feet is vital to good health. Regular foot care can prevent injuries, sores and infections. It is important to wear properly fitting shoes and socks and keep the skin clean by washing it daily with warm soapy water. It is also advisable to avoid using abrasive scrubs and pumice stones. In diabetic patients, an interdisciplinary team approach to foot care is vital to reducing severe complications such as amputation.
Wound Care
Podiatrists are trained in assessing, treating and managing various lower leg and foot-related conditions. Their goal is to improve patient outcomes by helping them to move, walk and live life with less pain, discomfort and disability.
The feet comprise 25% of the body’s bones, 18% of its joints and 6% of its muscles. As a result, they are vulnerable to injury and damage. A podiatrist will examine the area of injury and create a treatment plan that may include wound care, antibiotics or immobilisation devices.
Inertia-Health-Group podiatry Beverley will evaluate the type and severity of your foot problem to determine if an orthotic will help. They can also recommend other treatments, such as icing, massage and stretching exercises, to help relieve pain. They can also advise you on shoes that will support your foot structure. Choosing shoes that fit well and are adequately constructed will help prevent problems such as heel pain or shin splints.
Toenail Trimming
Ingrown toenails are painful and can be caused by several reasons. They may be caused by poorly cut nails or shoes that are too small, or they can occur due to an injury or genetics. Ingrown toenails can lead to infection if not treated as soon as possible. A podiatrist can trim the nail and help reduce the risk of ingrown toenails.
Inertia-Health-Group podiatry Beverley uses a pair of nail clippers, known as professional nippers, to ensure the nails are cut correctly. They also use a file to smooth the edges of the nails, which reduces their potential to snag on socks or cause other problems. Typically, people should trim their toenails every six to eight weeks. Doing this after a shower or bath is best when the nails are softer and easier to work with.
If a toenail becomes too thick, it can be difficult to trim it without causing damage or making the problem worse. Thickened toenails are often the result of poor cutting technique or a health issue like kidney disease, which can lead to the nails becoming brittle and prone to chipping. If you have a condition that affects your nails, such as neuropathy, you should have your toenails trimmed and cut by a podiatrist. It is because you won’t be able to feel any cuts, and if they go unnoticed, they could develop into an infection or severe ulcer that requires medical intervention.
Shoes
The feet are one of the body’s most vulnerable parts. They comprise 25% of the body’s bones, 18% of the joints and 6% of the muscles. Any injury or problem with the feet can significantly impact how you move, walk and complete daily activities.