Ankle Pain: Management and Prevention
Ankle pain is a common issue affecting people of all ages and from all walks of life. Ankle pain can develop as a result of a multitude of factors such…
Aching Feet and Custom Orthotics: A Step Towards Comfort and Relief
Aching feet are a common problem that we see at our clinic, which can impact daily activities and overall quality of life. There are a number of exacerbating circumstances that…
MY CHILD HAS HEEL PAIN
Do you have a child who is limping after running? Is your child complaining of pain at the back of their heel? Your child may have developed a condition called…
Say Goodbye to Shin Splints: Tips for Preventing and Treating this Common Running Injury
Are shin splints putting a damper on your running routine? Fear not, as we’ve got you covered with expert tips on preventing and treating this all-too-common running injury. Whether you’re…
I Have Flat Feet, Do I Need Orthotics?
I’ve Been Told I Have Flat Feet, Do I Need Orthotics? If you have been living on planet earth any time during the past 100 years you have probably heard…
WHAT DOES A PODIATRIST DO?
As a Podiatrist it can be time consuming having to explain what we do, but we’re a relatively young profession so people often don’t know what we do. Yes we…
FOOT ORTHOTICS – DO I REALLY NEED THEM?
It’s no secret that everybody is different and some people will navigate life with no foot pain or lower limb injuries. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for everyone. You may…
Adelaide Podiatrists Discuss Cricket Injury Treatment
Cricket and Your Feet: Keeping the Game Alive With Summer just around the corner, you know what that means, Cricket season is upon us. Cricket, with its unique blend of…
Healthy Life Foot Clinic Latest News – Spring 2024
Healthy Life Foot Clinic Latest News – Spring 2024 September Already Spring has sprung in Adelaide and it won’t be long before we see warmer and longer days. Spring is…
Low Dye Strapping
Low dye strapping is the medical term for a specific type of foot strapping. It is VERY effective at supporting your foot and helping with all sorts of pain such…
Arch Strengthening
Strengthening your arch can be important for people who experience heel pain, arch pain or plantar fasciitis. This exercise is effective at strengthening the arch ligament BUT, start gently &…
Orthotics and Improving Hip Flexibility
If you have been advised you need orthotics, one of our Podiatrists might also have advised you that you have tight hip muscles. The exercises below are helpful for hip…
Orthotics and Improving Ankle Flexibility
If you have been advised you need orthotics, one of our Podiatrists might also have advised that you have reduced ankle flexibility. The exercise below is helpful for improving ankle…
Do THIS To Release a Tight Tibialis Posterior Muscle
You might be experiencing shin or foot soreness and one of our Podiatrists has recommended you massage your inside shin/ankle muscle or what is called your tibialis posterior muscle. The…
Calf Strengthening
Weak calf muscles can contribute to many issues in the lower leg, calf/shin, foot and ankle. This exercise is really effective at strengthening your calf & Achilles tendon BUT, start…
Shin Strapping
Strapping of your shins is often helpful for people who experience shin pain – also known as shin splints or medial tibial stress syndrome. This strapping is really effective at…
Podiatrists Do WHAT!!!
I had an interesting conversation recently with a patient who had recently had surgery on an ingrown toenail by her GP. I had been seeing this patient for over a…
Lacrosse Ball Exercise
A lacrosse ball is not only great for lacrosse, but also can be great for your feet 😉 If you experience pain in your feet, this simple exercise can make…
Calf Stretch Exercise
Tight calf muscles can contribute to pain in the calf but also in your shin, ankle and foot. Start gently & go slowly – some people can find this exercise…
Tennis Ball Exercise
A tennis ball is not only great for tennis, but also can be great for your feet 😉 If you experience pain in your feet, this simple exercise can make…