Fluid Movement Podiatry

15/05/2022

Footwear can play its roll in altering a person's gait and the muscles patterns used. Always consider the shoes you use, particularly for walking and activity.

We enjoyed assisting this lady who presented to the clinic with a 6 month history of calf and medial (inside) ankle pain with walking.

You can see her natural barefoot loading gait pattern V's her loading pattern when using her current walking shoes. Increased challenges on tibialis posterior, FHL and the calf muscles while performing their roll during walking.

Understanding the roll of footwear and the various features of a shoe can be important in reducing risks of injury and maximise someones enjoyment of activity.

We can review your footwear and gait to assist you with the most appropriate options for your particular activity. Just like we were able to assess, identify and aid this ladies recovery and return to walking.

Happy walking... 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️🚶🚶‍♀️

07/06/2021

Week 2 of lockdown is upon us Melbourne. It's a tough time and especially as this weather gets colder and colder. RUG UP and ensure you get outside at some point for a walk or just some fresh air and change of scenery. Pick a park (within your 10km) and explore. We are lucky to have some amazing green spaces around us to enjoy. It's important to keep moving and get outside during these periods! Keep safe and keep moving Melbourne! 🌥️❄️🧤🧦🧥👟🧣


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28/05/2021

COVID UPDATE - Podiatry during this recent lockdown is classed by the Victorian Government as an essential service. We are able to provide clinical care for people to prevent change/deterioration in functional independence or in the prevention of adverse health outcomes. We want to keep you moving and pain free! Stay safe Victoria!

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18/01/2021

Kids feet and footwear assessments - Its nearly that time of year again! 🦵🦶🕵️‍♀️
What a great time of year to have your children's feet checked and footwear reviewed/recommended before starting the new school year. We are offering GAP free assessments for your children on Wednesday's and Thursday's over the next 3 weeks.
If you don't have private health insurance, that's ok. We are offering 50% off our standard consultation for you!
Please feel free to call the clinic or book online to have your children's feet, gait, footwear assessed and discuss any questions or concerns you may have.
Look forward to see you over the next few weeks.

At Fluid Movement Podiatry we see every body as unique. The feet and legs are just one piece of a very well-engineered system. Therefore, when we assess someone we believe it’s important to assess their body as ‘one’.Fluid Movement Podiatry – as the name suggests – is all about optimising ...

27/10/2020

New 5.0-star Review: "My nine year old daughter was treated with respect and care."

10/10/2020

World Mental Health Day.

Raising awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilising efforts in support of mental health.

A great day to chat or reach out to those around you and check in on how they are feeling. It's on these days that we often reflect on how important mental health is. It is not always easy to see or identify.

We have all got our challenges and possibly even more broadly with recent world events. Reach out, encourage each other and support each other. I find it often comes back to you or follows on from your initial connection, when you offer your time and ears to others. We can each play a part in support of others and as a whole this can filter through to the broader community.

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08/10/2020

Celebrating International Podiatry Day!

A great time to reflect on the amazing job our feet and lower limbs do in our daily lives.
They are our base of support. The way our bodies interact with the ground. They take on huge loads and stresses each day as our first line shock absorber, for our bodies. They aid our balance and give us the freedom to walk, run, hop, skip and jump!

As Leonardo da Vinci said :
"the human foot is a masterpiece of engineering and a work of art"

10/09/2020

Are you OK? Check on your family, friends and colleagues. Not everyone has a person to talk to. Especially important during these challenging times.

01/09/2020

Liz Who...?
The Lisfranc joint Injury - What is it all about.

Our blog series continues to follow the return of the AFL, with commentary on common foot, ankle and lower leg injuries. A large part of what we do at Fluid Movement Podiatry, is assist people with the management and rehabilitation of some of the more complex foot and ankle injuries. This post takes a look at the Lisfranc injury, which can certainly have its complexities.

Read More:
https://www.fluidmovementpodiatry.com.au/2020/09/01/liz-who-what-is-the-lisfranc-joint-all-about/

23/08/2020

Bone Stress Injuries...
We continue our series on common foot and ankle injuries in sport.
Bone stress injuries are seen within the foot and lower leg each year, from recreational runners through to AFL players. These types of injuries can sideline someone for long periods.

It is of interest to note that we are seeing an increase in these types of injuries in the clinic. Spikes in walking and running during Covid restrictions is most likely a contributing factor. Thought this would be a great time to highlight the ‘What, Where and Why’ of bone stress related injuries.

Read more:
https://www.fluidmovementpodiatry.com.au/2020/08/21/1107/

12/08/2020

Covid Update - Stage 4:
Fluid Movement Podiatry is still open as an essential service approved by DHHS. We are keen to keep people safe and offer Telehealth consultations during this period. However, if you are in pain and it is limiting your mobility/capacity we are able to assist with face to face consultations. Please feel free to call if you need further clarity. Stay safe and keep active 🚶‍♀️👍

02/08/2020

Get Ready! Fluid Movement Podiatry opens its new space in Kew on Thursday 6th August!
Look forward to seeing you!
www.fluidmovementpodiatry.com.au