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07/11/2025

Had a great day of training by Resuscitation Consultancy Medical Services - RCMS thank you, excellent course, I highly recommend them.

Each year as podiatrists we have to update our skills in anaphylaxis, resuscitation, choking and other acute medical emergencies

Arranged by Michelle Reynolds Podiatry
thank you

01/11/2025

For comfort and foot health, it's essential that
your shoes fit your feet correctly. Comfortable
shoes will allow your feet to work normally,
and will not restrict their movement in any
way.
Whilst the size of the shoe you buy is
important, it's also a good idea to check the
following shoe fitting points to make sure
that the shoe will be comfortable when you go
walking

31/10/2025

Happy Halloween 🖤🖤🖤
Yes it’s me !!
A few years back !! 🖤

27/10/2025

FUNGAL NAILS

Fungal nail infection is one of the most common reason patients come to see me. They have usually usd over the counter products for a long time and in many cases for years. This treatment often does not work and the fungal infection spreads to many nails.

A fungal nail infection is in fact athletes foot, which is living on the skin and usually due to trauma enters the nail.

This treatment of fungal nail infection is not straight forward, a specially when it is long standing

As a Podiatrist I can help
A fungal nail test can be offered at your appointment, the results discussed and treatment management.

Fungal nails can be reduced with specialised nail burrs or fenestrated, so topical treatment with a product such as lamisil which Louise can provide you with can be started immediately.

You will also be provided with an athletes foot / fungal nail advice leaflet to follow on a daily basis.

Regular fungal nail treatment may be necessary and routine 6 weekly appointments will be booked.

In some cases you will be referred to your GP for an anti-fungal prescription, this will be decided at your assessment.

NOTE
Fungal nail treatment may take many months, there is no quick fix.
If you think you have a fungal nail infection or have been trying to treat them for many years with no improvement please book an appointment

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18/10/2025

TIPS on purchasing WALKING BOOTS

Feet are adaptable and will withstand a lot of pressure before they complain.

If you enjoy walking it’s important to wear the correct footwear that doesn’t damage your feet. The key to keeping your feet healthy and comfortable, regardless of the type of walking you do is to wear properly fitting footwear.

Once you have purchased your walking boots you must also take care of them.

If your going in a long walk prepare before hand and start off with shorter trial walks and build up the distance slowly.

This gives the muscles, bones, tendons and ligaments a chance to get used to the activity which may be a hilly walk or even a flat walk. Always take some first aid supplies, plasters, antiseptics, anti-inflammatories, blister packs, and bandages.

It is also a good idea to see a podiatrist who can treat any foot pain, hard skin, nail conditions and corns, or any other foot issues.

Here are some tips on purchasing the right footwear

17/10/2025

15/10/2025

After a morning dance fit class with the fabulous Gill Hunt, I popped into Two Suns Coffee for breakfast, Granola with vanilla yogurt and fruit and a Pumkin Spice Coconut milk latte, absolutely delicious 😋🧡

27/09/2025

Congratulations to the Red Roses 🌹 on winning the World Cup! 🏆 A special mention too for all the podiatrists who were part of the team preparations helping the team to victory 👏👏👏👏

25/09/2025

Menopause and foot pain

Women suffer 4 times more pain in their feet than men, which gets worse as we age, and go through the menopause

Collagen drops by 30% in the first 5 years of the menopause, then 2% per year. This is because when oestrogen levels drop it causes a decrease production of collagen, which binds structures together in the feet. Depleted collagen means the tendons and skin in the feet are tighter and blood vessels are more constructed increasing risk of injury.

Fallen arches are common because the tendons have become laxed causing flat feet when standing. A condition I have developed during the menopause, also plantar fasciitis. Stretches the calf muscles and arches in your feet will help and wearing supportive footwear, or insoles maybe required.

Reduced oestrogen levels also cause diminished bone density, causing osteopenia and osteoporosis, which makes more at risk of fracture and joint aches and pains

Foot pain can also be caused by poor circulation. Decreased Oestrogen levels can increase stiffness in your arteries, leading to poor circulation especially to the extremities like your feet. Limited blood flow starves your feet of nutrients, blood, oxygen, causing foot pain, numbness, tingling, burning or muscle cramps.

Reduced Oestrogen levels may cause weight gain because the fat cells kick in to store excess oestrogen in abdominal fat to compensate, which causes women to put on weight. This can have an affect on the feet, putting more pressure on them and the knees and hips.