Computerised Gait Analysis is a powerful assessment tool. Our practise utilises the latest in high-tech computerised gait analysis. The TOG GaitScan System is a state-of-the-art foot pressure assessment tool, which is linked to sophisticated software to enable us to accurately assess your foot and gait function for specific problems. This allows us to analyse the […]

Children are born with flexible flat feet that will generally develop a normal arch during the first ten years of life. Before the age of three, there is a fat pad in the inside arch of the foot that acts to hide the arch. Often the flexible flat foot in children does not require treatment, […]

The most common cause of heel pain in children is due to the disturbance or damage of the growth plate at the rear of the heel bone (Calcaneus). This condition is known as Sever’s disease or calcaneal apophysis. It occurs when an increased load is placed on the back of the heel from tension in the calf muscles, […]

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 […]

If you need orthotics, then our computerised, soft flexible Orthema devices are the perfect solution for a large range of foot conditions. Our Brisbane orthotics practice can scan and manufacture devices in under one hour with the latest high resolution technology. We are experts in the prescription and fitting of orthotics Our podiatrists have over […]

Diabetic foot complications are a major area of special interest for our practice. We have extensive experience and knowledge in this area. Of all of the foot problems our patients can present with, there is little that is more serious to life or limb than a foot complication due to diabetes. Diabetes causes two main […]

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 […]

  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 […]

Stress fractures of the foot and lower extremity are not uncommon. Mostly they occur in sports people, athletes and people with high demand occupations which require long periods of weight bearing. A stress fracture is a ‘crack’ in the bone – usually the outside layer (the cortex). In the foot, they can occur in metatarsals, […]