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 […]
Radial pressure (shockwave) therapy for foot and ankle pain | Brisbane Podiatrist Woolloongabba near CBD
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 Toenail Treatment | The Podiatry Practice Brisbane
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 | The Podiatry Practice Brisbane
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 […]
BUPA Members First Podiatrists | Brisbane Podiatry near CBD | Woolloongabba
The Podiatry Practice is pleased to partner with BUPA, as one of only a handful of BUPA Members First Podiatrists in Brisbane. For BUPA Members this means that you can receive exceptional discounts on Initial and Standard Consultations, along with improved rebates for services such as custom foot orthoses. As is stated on the BUPA […]
Diabetic foot ulcer debridement | Podiatrist Brisbane Woolloongabba Foot ulcers due to diabetes can be very difficult to heal without an expert understanding of the role of weight-bearing pressure, wound healing physiology, blood flow and sensation in the diabetic foot. Diabetic foot ulcer debridement is a cornerstone in the management of these difficult wounds. In […]
Ele Lentakis receives Endorsement in Scheduled Medicines | Brisbane Podiatrist
The Podiatry Practice is pleased to announce that Ele Lentakis has just recently been approved by the Podiatry Board of Australia to hold Endorsement in Scheduled Medicines. Ele has now joined a growing number of Australian podiatrists, like Anthony Short, who can legally prescribe and administer a range of restricted medications to treat podiatric conditions. […]
Corn or wart? Our Brisbane podiatry clinic can assist. Painful hard lumps under the foot are easily confused; with some confusion about the differences between corns vs warts. Our podiatrists frequently get referrals from GPs who even have trouble picking the difference. Regardless, it is important to understand that these two problem are completely different […]
Diabetic foot problems – the forgotten complication | Podiatrist Brisbane
If you have diabetes it can often be hard to accept that this condition is doing damage to your body. Most of the the time, particularly for those with Type 2 diabetes, you don’t feel any real symptoms. You don’t feel sick or unwell, and most of the time it feels like you don’t […]
Toe walking in children – a guide for parents
At The Podiatry Practice in Brisbane, we often have parents bring their kids in concerned about them walking on their toes. Maybe their sister said it was ‘abnormal’ at a family gathering, or they’ve been watching for some time and noticed it’s not going away. The number 1 question – is this normal? Until the […]
