Podiatry, more than you think
Learn more about podiatry and your health
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It is a common misconception that painful feet are a normal side effect of everyday activities. Yet research shows that only a fraction of individuals suffering from sore feet seek out professional advice. Did you know podiatrists can support with health concerns relating to ankles and lower limbs, as well as feet? Podiatrists are highly trained and regulated professionals who can identify issues with feet and limbs, provide wound care and identify potentially serious conditions such as circulatory issues. They can also help with footwear fitting and provide advice for a range of lifecycle issues from school shoes to tradie's foot care. Podiatrists fully understand the structure and movement of the foot and lower limbs. They assess, diagnose and manage a vast range of foot pathology which is often related to diseases affecting the whole body, such as diabetes. Many health problems can affect the feet, so podiatrists are often the first health practitioners to identify a problem. |
How can a podiatrist support your health?
Conditions managed by podiatrists include sports and musculoskeletal disorders, injuries, growth and development conditions, chronic diseases such as arthritis, dermatological pathologies, and neurological diseases.
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Prevention is better than a curePodiatrists use a combination of medical, surgical and rehabilitation techniques to provide personalised care to alleviate pain, restore mobility and improve a person’s quality of life. They can independently request radiological imaging, administer local anaesthetic drugs and perform minor surgical procedures.
When should I see a podiatrist?Our feet house a quarter of the bones in our entire bodies – in addition to various muscles, ligaments and joints. This makes them extremely vulnerable to injury and diseases that can affect the entire body. You may be experiencing pain in your feet, ingrown or discoloured skin/nails, corns, skin rashes, foot odour, foot injuries, broader health problems such as diabetes or arthritis, recurrent tripping or falling, problems fitting comfortably in your regular shoes; or you may notice swelling, lumps, or redness on your feet or legs.
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