Over the years as a podiatrist at The Podiatry Practice and The Ingrown Toenail Centre, we’ve encountered many women who arrive with pregnancy foot pain. Although having a baby is a lovely thing, it often does not-so-lovely things to your feet which can cause great discomfort. The most common podiatric complaints include heel pain, […]
How do I fix plantar fasciitis? If you are in Brisbane and bothered by heel pain, we can assist you! Heel pain (heel spurs and plantar fasciitis ) is a common foot complaint that affects both men and women, regardless of age,activity or occupation. However, it is far more common in people over 40, as their […]
Fungal nail infections of the foot are extremely common, particularly in the warm climate of Brisbane. Fungal spores are extremely resilient microbes that can be present and survive for long periods in soil, bathrooms and carpets. Fungal infections tend to affect the exterior surfaces of the foot – the skin and nails. Because most people […]
Diabetic Foot Treatment – Our Brisbane Podiatrists are experts in diabetic foot complications Do you have a foot complication or foot ulcer from diabetes? Our team can help. Diabetic foot complications are a special interest area for our practice. We have extensive knowledge and expertise in this area. Diabetic foot complications are a serious problem […]
The first metatarsophalangeal (1st MTP) joint, or the ball of your foot, is a common place for pain and deformity to occur. Careful assessment is required to isolate the true nature of these complaints. Hallux Rigidus When osteoarthritis occurs in the 1st MTP joint, it is known as hallux limitus or hallux rigidus, depending on […]
If you are searching for a diabetic foot clinic in Brisbane, there are a range of options to choose from. Most of the major public hospitals, such as the PA, Royal Brisbane, and Mater Hospitals all have dedicated diabetes units with diabetic foot clinics. These are typically outpatient clinics, and designed for public patients and […]
Morton’s neuroma and metatarsalgia – The Podiatry Practice Brisbane Pain in the forefoot is commonly called metatarsalgia. This is a very broad term that encompasses many different types of conditions. One of the most common causes of metatarsalgia is due to a neuroma, which is often called Morton’s neuroma. A neuroma is a benign thickening of […]
At The Podiatry Practice, we try to use the best new evidence-based treatments to assist our patients with foot and ankle pain. One treatment that has gained significant attention in recent years has been the use of ‘shockwave’ therapy, to treat recurrent or chronic tendon, ligament and soft tissue disorders. Shockwave therapy is a form […]
Ingrown toenails are a common problem, affecting people of all ages, and something we see on a daily basis. In 2011, The Podiatry Practice decided to develop a special clinic to provide comprehensive management of acute and chronic ingrown toenails to address what appeared to be a real lack of clinical services for this […]
Metatarsus adductus (or Metatarsus varus) is a common deformity of the foot generally noticed at birth, though subtle deformity can be overlooked and not picked up till later. It presents with the front part of the foot (forefoot) positioned inward in comparison with the rear of the foot, giving the foot a ‘kidney-shaped’ appearance. The […]
