Michelle Reynolds Podiatry

02/04/2026

Enjoy the Easter weekend everyone.

We are now closed until Tuesday 7th April

Don't eat too much chocolate!!

01/04/2026

Capturing high-quality clinical images doesn’t have to be complicated 👣📱

In this video, I’m demonstrating just how quick and easy it is to attach the new HEINE DELTA X Dermatoscope to your smartphone. With a simple setup, you can take clear, detailed images of skin lesions on the foot and leg... perfect for monitoring changes over time or assessing areas more closely.

A magnet attached to the back of your phone case allows an adaptor to be positioned over your camera lens, and clips swiftly and easily to your dermatoscope.

This isn’t just about convenience, it has a real impact on patient care and outcomes. Being able to document lesions accurately means earlier detection of subtle changes, more informed clinical decisions, and timely referrals where needed. For patients, this can lead to faster diagnoses, more effective treatment plans, and greater reassurance through visual tracking of their condition.

For example, I often use dermatoscopic images to monitor changes during verruca treatment. Having consistent, high-quality images makes it much easier to assess progress objectively, adjust treatment when needed, and show patients exactly how things are improving over time.

Whether you’re a fellow podiatrist or a clinician interested in dermatoscopy, incorporating smartphone imaging into your workflow can make a real difference.

Let me know your thoughts or if you’re already using dermatoscopes in your practice 👇

31/03/2026

Exciting new addition to the clinic this week... my HEINE DELTA X has arrived 👣✨

I’m really looking forward to putting this dermatoscope to work in practice. Its updated design feels like a great step forward for podiatry: lightweight, ergonomic, and with a smaller head that makes it much easier to assess those tricky, hard-to-reach areas like between the toes.

Look how easily it clips to the magnetic phone adapter. I'll show how simple it is to connect to your smartphone in the next video

Dermoscopy is such a valuable skill in podiatry. It helps us make quicker, more accurate assessments while also keeping a close eye out for more serious concerns, including suspicious lesions like melanoma that can appear on the feet.

Always learning, always improving patient care.

30/03/2026

Here at Michelle Reynolds Podiatry we are always on the look out for treatments products and equipment that will help us provide a better service for our patients

This weekend a very special parcel arrived...

Can anyone guess what it is?

27/03/2026

Verruca treatment is a process, they do not resolve overnight.

There is no guaranteed quick fix.

They are caused by a virus which your immune system has to deal with. This takes more time the older you are, and the longer the verruca has been there.

If you want to treat a verruca it is best to start earlier rather than later so get in touch ASAP

More information available on our website

michelle-reynolds-podiatrist.co.uk/post/microwaves-verrucas

Get in touch to start the process now!

info@mrpodiatrist.co.uk or 0161 427 4937

26/03/2026

As we swiftly head towards April - where has the first quarter of the year gone - appointments are in short supply!

We continue to be as busy as ever! Thank you.

As business does not seem to be slowing down - which is great - please take note of the following advice...

⭐ Please prioritise your booking - if you have an appointment do your best to keep it - we are getting far too many late cancellations and no shows at the moment.

⭐ Plan ahead - if you require an appointment we recommend booking well in advance - we are happy to book two or three appointments in advance for those of you who visit us regularly.

⭐ Rescheduling - If you do need to move an appointment please provide as much notice as possible so we can offer that slot to someone on our waiting list.

⭐ Hoping to book your very first appointment? Get in touch as soon as possible - new patient appointments are now being booked into May!

Many thanks for being patient, we know it must be frustrating to have to wait longer than expected to see us.

To book or alter an appointment please either:

Leave a voicemail on 0161 427 4937 and we will call you as soon as possible
or
Send us an email info@mrpodiatrist.co.uk

19/03/2026

Do you have very dry skin that does not seem to improve with the use of emollients? Has your podiatrist ruled out fungal infection?

Often when we have dry feet, we think using a foot cream more often, or using a stronger foot cream, will be sufficient.

Yet the dryness persists? Dry skin is prone to cracking or fissuring, which puts you at risk of infection, both fungal and bacterial.

Have you considered the other products you are using on your body?

Many of us shower at least once a day which reduces the levels of natural oils and fats on our skin. We also tend to use harsh shampoos, soaps or shower products which lather and bubble, further reducing the natural oils, because reducing those oils on our skin makes us think we are cleaner.

And whilst we are not specifically applying all those products to the foot, they do run down your body and pool around your feet whilst showering.

These products are designed to clean you by stripping the oils from your skin, this is particularly an issue if they contain a chemical called SLS! Kind of counterproductive when you already have dry skin right!

If you are struggling with dry skin on the lower limbs or elsewhere, consider using soap-free bathing products, soap substitutes or emollients for washing. Especially try to avoid products with SLS.

And make sure you rinse the products off the legs and feet properly before you get out of the shower. Then gently dry your skin (dry between the toes well!) And apply your creams while the skin is still a little damp - remember no cream between the toes!

You are likely to find this drastically improves your skin's hydration levels, making it look and feel softer and smoother, and make it less likely to crack.

Soap substitutes for washing, bathing and showering are available from pharmacists. There are many different ones to try. Warning, some of these products can make the bath or shower base slippery so be careful!

Get in touch if you need any further information or have any concerns or questions on 0161 427 4937 or email info@mrpodiatrist.co.uk

17/03/2026

The number of late cancellations and people not turning up for their appointments is annoyingly creeping up again.

Please be aware that our terms and conditions are that you are required to give us a minimum of 24 hours notice if you wish to alter or cancel your appointment. This is communicated to you in the paperwork we send you when the appointment is booked, and then again in the reminder email. It is also written on our website.

Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice mean it is very difficult to then subsequently fill that appointment. This causes the business and it's self employed staff to lose money.

As a consequence we do charge the full appointment fee for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or if you fail to turn up for an appointment.

If your appointment time becomes inconvenient for you please do call and alter it as soon as possible.

All we request is that you give us at least 24 hours notice if you are unable to attend. That way we can offer the appointment to someone else so that it does not go to waste. We do have a waiting list so someone will be grateful for that appointment!

Please respect the business and our time.

Thanks!

16/03/2026

Do you struggle with recurrent athletes foot (fungal skin infection)?

Are you treating it appropriately? We can advise on that so please do book a consultation.

Inadequate treatment means fungal infection can spread to other body parts and if it spreads to hair bearing areas such as beard and scalp, can require oral antifungal tablets to clear (the infection gets into hair follicles where antifungal creams do not reach).

After fully treating infection, head over to our blog for top tips on prevention of fungal infection to make sure it doesn't come back!

https://www.michelle-reynolds-podiatrist.co.uk/post/how-to-prevent-fungal-foot-infection

12/03/2026

Did you know that applying a foot cream daily (but not between your toes) can help prevent athletes foot (fungal infection) from reoccurring?

Read our blog to learn all about prevention of athletes foot

Link in our bio

Get in touch if you need help managing fungal infections or any foot concerns by calling 0161 427 4937 or email info@mrpodiatrist.co.uk

10/03/2026

Did you know that approximately 50% of all suspected fungal nails do not actually have a fungal infection!

Around half of all suspected infections turn out to be thickened nails, usually due to trauma or underlying skin conditions such as psoriasis.

If you think you have a fungal nail please don't waste your time and money on treatments without actually having the nail tested first.

We can offer two different tests to see if you have a fungal infection. One of the tests can be conducted during your appointment and takes just five minutes!

Make an appointment with Michelle or Lisa to get your nail tested and an appropriate treatment plan by calling 0161 427 4937 or email info@mrpodiatrist.co.uk

We have more info about fungal nails and treatments on our website www.michelle-reynolds-podiatrist.co.uk/fungal-nail-infection

09/03/2026

My friend Lindsey is very adventurous!

She volunteers at extreme events, looking after competitors feet. From the heat of the Sahara desert, to cold and ice of Iceland!

Read all about her adventures and the conditions she deals with in her blog

What really happens when a podiatrist joins an ultramarathon crew? 👣🏜️

It’s not just about treating blisters (although there are plenty of those!).

Working as an expedition podiatrist at ultra events means long days supporting runners before the start, during the race, and long after they cross the finish line.

From pre-race taping and answering endless footcare questions…
To managing blisters, maceration, nail injuries and friction burns out on the course…
To helping runners recover after an emotional finish.

No two runners, and no two feet, are ever the same.🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️👣

I’ve shared a behind-the-scenes look at what really happens when you’re the podiatrist embedded in an ultra event medical team.

👉 Read the blog and see what life is really like in the ultra medical tent.