Step First Podiatry

08/01/2026

Nervous about nail surgery? You’re not alone.
Many patients worry it will be painful — and are surprised by how comfortable the procedure actually is.

Real results. Real relief. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

07/01/2026

Well done Sue! And many thanks to everyone at Curacorn. A great team doing great work!

WHAT IS THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?

We received a phone call yesterday from a lady who was treated for her very long term painful corns by one of our incredible podiatrists who trained with us. The lady called simply to say 'Thank You for creating such an amazing treatment'

This is why we do what we do. It really does work and it's just so incredible you can offer patients a long term solution instead of cut and come again maintenance.

Well done to Sue @ Step First Podiatry for changing peoples lives one Curacorn treatment at a time.

06/01/2026

Pain when walking, running or standing?
Our Footscan biomechanical assessment helps identify the cause — so we can treat it properly, not just manage symptoms.

👣 Accurate
👣 Personalised
👣 Evidence-based

Using advanced pressure-mapping technology, we analyse how your feet move to create targeted treatment plans that support long-term results.

📅 Book your assessment today and take the first step toward pain-free movement.

https://stepfirst.co.uk/biomechanical-assessment-with-footscan/

19/12/2025

WHAT IS SWIFT®?
Swift is a new technology, developed in the UK, which has been licenced for the general treatment of skin lesions in Podiatry and Dermatology. Swift uses microwave energy which is delivered through a special probe applied to the skin to treat the affected tissue.

DOES IT HURT?
Like many treatments for skin lesions, some minor discomfort may be experienced. It is not uncommon for patients to feel a sharp sensation, similar to an injection. Unlike most treatments for verruca, pain felt during the treatment quickly subsides, and only in rare cases is there any prolonged pain.

WHAT CAN I DO AFTER TREATMENT?
In some cases the treated area may feel sore but will not prevent you undertaking normal daily activities.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
This is dependent on how you respond to treatment. In some cases, you may need more than one treatment (these can be from 14 days to over a month apart depending on the response).
Your Podiatrist will be able to discuss this with you.

CAN ANYONE RECEIVE THIS TREATMENT?
With a few exceptions, most people with skin lesions would be able to have this treatment. Your Podiatrist will carry out an assessment prior to treatment and be able to advise you on this.

16/12/2025

Painful corns? We can fix that! 🌽

12/12/2025

02/12/2025

👣 Painful ingrown toenail? We can fix it.

At Step First Podiatry, our expert podiatrists perform safe and effective nail surgery to remove the problem at its source — giving fast relief and long-term results.

Book your consultation today 🦶

25/11/2025

Step First Podiatry now provides arterial circulation assessments using our new ABPI device.

25/11/2025

Step First Podiatry now provides arterial circulation assessment using ABPI measurement.
Ideal for diabetic foot screening and neuropathy risk.
Contact us to schedule a vascular evaluation.

06/12/2024

My Heel Hurts! What should I do?

Heel pain can be a right pain in the… heel. Plantar fasciitis is a common problem affecting the bottom of the foot, causing that annoying pain near the middle of your heel and sometimes extends into the area of the arch. It can affect just one foot or occasionally both at the same time.

Symptoms often associated with plantar fasciitis are pain upon getting up first thing in the morning which eases after a few steps and pain which is triggered when you stand up after a period of rest which again eases after some movement.

A few quick tips to help yourself immediately are:

* Roll a tennis ball under your foot to massage tense tissues
* Chill a water bottle and roll it under your foot to calm down any inflammation
* Strengthen the muscles in your foot by picking up a pencil or ribbon with your toes

However, it’s important to know that here are many different things which can cause heel pain. It’s really important to make sure you know exactly what is causing your heel to hurt before you start any form of treatment plan (mostly so you don’t waste time and money on things that won’t work!). We highly recommend booking in for a Laser treatment with us at Step First Podiatry where we can carry out a full assessment, give you an accurate diagnosis and come up with a treatment plan to get you pain free and back to your usual activities as quickly as possible.

When you come to visit us some of the things we might suggest for your treatment plan might include:

* Orthotics (insoles)
* Taping to support your foot
* Changing your footwear
* Modifying your activities to reduce stress on the sore tissues
* Laser therapy
* Exercises to strengthen the affected muscles

We are delighted to use MLSⓇ laser in our clinic which could quickly help to reduce pain and inflammation associated with plantar fasciitis. Patients love our laser because it’s a totally painless and completely safe treatment. It offers an effective alternative to taking anti-inflammatory medication and more painful or invasive treatment options such as shockwave therapy or steroid injections.

More information can be found on our website at https://stepfirst.co.uk/laser-therapy/

Alternatively you can contact us at:
Tel: 01744 808303
Email: Stepfirstpodiatry@gmail.com

Or you can book now at https://stepfirst.co.uk/book-an-appointment/

WHAT IS MLS® (Multiwave Locked System) LASER THERAPY? Laser therapy involves directing laser light energy into inflamed or damaged tissues to accelerate the body's natural healing process. The laser is placed in direct contact with the skin which enables light photons to pe*****te the tissue and in...

27/11/2024

New Curacorn feedback video! We are seeing great results from this treatment, at our clinic in St Helens 👍 🦶

05/11/2024

New booklet printed, detailing our services, prices, location and opening hours. Feel free to pop in and grab one if you're really stuck for something to read! 😀