Alicia Foster Podiatry in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Doctor

Alicia Foster Podiatry

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9886 4481

Address: 230-231 Nepean highway Edithvale 3196 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.aliciafosterpodiatry.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Do you suffer with ingrown toenails? Seek help from us early and please dont attempt self surgery at home! Seek help early to avoid further complications and skin infections ... Trying to cut the nail out yourself at home often leads to nail spikes being left at the side of the toenail that grow into the skin and cause infection Common causes of ingrown nails: ~ Incorrect nail cutting technique ~ Tight or incorrectly fitted shoes ~ Trauma If you or someone you know is suffering with an ingrown nail contact us for an appointment (03) 9886 4481 #ingrowntoenail #toenails #tightshoeshurtfeet #podiatry

24.01.2022 Remember slowly increasing your level of activity is the best way to avoid injury. Try extending your run or walk distance by 10% per week Seek help early if you have leg or foot pain #walking #runninglife #activelifestyle #sportspodiatry

24.01.2022 All the pets out there love having their humans working from home during lock down

23.01.2022 Face to face appointments are back! Due to easing of restrictions we can now provide Podiatry care in clinic COVID precautions including temperature checks, mandatory hand washing and masks for those who enter the clinic.... Book online www.aliciafosterpodiatry.com.au or call (03) 9886 4481 See more

23.01.2022 Curling toes? Painful corn on the end of your toe? This patient has a 2nd toe that curls down which leads to high pressure on the end of the toe when walking High pressure and friction leads to the hard skin build up and corns.... (Corns are a hard cone shaped piece of skin caused by high pressure on the skin) This toe prop keeps the toe from curling down, stops pressure on the end of the toe and prevent the corn from returning. If you suffer with corns on your toes come in to see us for an assessment ,treatment and prevention strategy to stop the corn returning (03) 9886 4481 #footpain #footcorntreatment #podiatry

21.01.2022 Do yourself a favour and get advice on the right shoes for you. Podiatrists are shoe experts here to help assess and get you into the shoe best suited to your needs

20.01.2022 Ingrown toe nails? Painful corns? Ingrown nails, corns and callous are painful conditions Podiatrist see and treat daily. Dont suffer in silence, treatment and education on prevention is key. Happy feet are just an appointment away, call (03) 9886 4481 @ Glen Waverley, Victoria, Australia

20.01.2022 Return to school and sore feet/legs Has your child been experiencing sore feet or legs since returning to school? ~With a return to class room teaching and children back walking around in school shoes I have seen an increase in foot and leg pain... Why? - School shoes too small - Deconditioned muscles from being stuck at home and no sport - Orthotics not fitting well or too small - Sudden increase in activity and number of steps per day If your child is suffering with foot or leg pain now is the time to book a Podiatry appointment and get them back walking pain free. Call (03) 9886 4481 or book online www.aliciafosterpodiatry.com.au

20.01.2022 Yes we are open! Podiatry is classified as an essential health service which means we are still open to look after our patients. We are working with extra infection control measures to ensure the safety of all in our clinic environment. Please call (03) 9886 4481 if you require a Podiatry appointment

20.01.2022 Hmm interesting....

19.01.2022 Plaster orthotic casts This is a mould of a patient’s foot used to make a pair of custom orthotics Over the next few months we will be trialling 3D scanning technology to take a 3D image rather than using plaster, stay tuned!

18.01.2022 Lower limb injury or pain exercising? Have you tried low impact exercise as part of your daily routine? Using an exercise bike can be a great way to put minimal weight through our legs and feet but maintain our strength and fitness

17.01.2022 Check out my amazing trainer Seb, a true professional and amazing at what he does. Give him a like/follow and help support a local small business

16.01.2022 Need help choosing the correct shoes for exercise? With soo many options, brands and styles in can be confusing. Incorrect footwear can increase our chance of injury and lower limb pain. If you need help selecting the correct shoes call 9886 4481 to make a Podiatry appointment, we are shoe experts.

16.01.2022 No better feeling than floating out of your Podiatry appointment pain free #happyfeet #painfreefeet #podiatry

16.01.2022 Black toenails? Commonly caused by bleeding under the nail after trauma Many people experience nail trauma in incorrectly fitted or incorrectly laced runners as the foot slide forwards in the shoe during movement causing repetitive trauma to the nail... Can cause the nail to lift and even fall off if trauma continues If you are experiencing black/lifting toenails book in to see us so we can assess and treat the cause to prevent further trauma and discomfort (03) 9886 4481 #podiatry #happyfeet #correctlyfittedshoes

15.01.2022 You can never have too many pairs of shoes! #shoesaddict #shoenerd

14.01.2022 Gait Analysis: Did you know we offer video gait analysis here at Alicia Foster Podiatry Glen Waverley, book now for this service (03) 98864481 www.aliciafosterpodiatry.com.au

14.01.2022 Our feet are incredible structures that carry us around every day. 26 bones 33 joints more than 100 tendons/ligaments all working together similtanaisiy to move us where we want to go.... When we are injured or one of these structures isnt functioning as intended we experience pain which alerts us that we need attention. If you are experiencing foot or leg pain please give us a call and make an appointment for an assessment and treatment plan (03) 9886 4481

13.01.2022 NBN sucks! Hopefully will be sorted soon in the meantime call (03) 9802 3611 OR email [email protected]

13.01.2022 Opening the box of a new pair of shoes that Aust Post FINALLY delivered

12.01.2022 Did you know Podiatrists are one of the few health professionals able to send for Medicare bulk billed ultrasounds? Ultrasound uses sound waves to produce pictures of muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and joints throughout the body. It is used to help diagnose sprains, strains, tears, trapped nerves,and other musculoskeletal conditions.

11.01.2022 Sundays ....Sleep until youre hungry, then eat until youre sleepy. Anyone else missing Sunday breakfast at your local cafe with friends and family?

10.01.2022 Shoes, foot gadgets and common foot myths. Comment bellow is there is anything you would like me to feature in my new video series

10.01.2022 New shoes like torture? Blisters, rubbing on feet, uncomfortable? Property fitted shoes that are the correct size and width should be comfortable to wear from day 1 You dont have to sacrifice comfort for fashion there are many different brands that make good quality supportive footwear that is also fashion forward @baredfootwear @frankie4footwear ... If you are struggling to find comfortable shoes book in for an assessment where we can advise on the best shoes for your feet #podiatrist #baredfootwear #frankie4shoes #happyfeet

10.01.2022 ANNOUNCEMENT Despite todays announcement of stage 3 restrictions being enforced for metropolitan Melbourne as an essential health service we will remain OPEN. - Contactless temperature checks, hand washing and stringent hygiene practices will continue at both Glen Waverley and Edithvale clinic locations - If you have any questions or concerns please contact us on (03) 9886 4481

10.01.2022 Spikey ball rolling A quick and easy way to release/massage the tired muscles of our feet after a long day at work. -Sitting down roll your spikey ball under each foot for approx 1-2 minutes... -Great for: Heel pain Arch pain Tight/stiff feet Tired feet #footpain #footmassage #podiatrist #spikeyball

10.01.2022 Heel slipping in your shoes? Do you wear orthotics? Lace lock technique of lacing helps push the heel back into the shoe and prevents slipping... Great for orthotic wearers and those with narrow feet Just one of the many tips and tricks that we can teach you with shoe lacing #podiatrist #shoelaces #shoes

10.01.2022 ANNOUNCEMENT Due to stage 4 restriction in Victoria Podiatrist are only permitted to take face to face appointments for urgent care needs. Please call us for an appointment where we will ask you some questions to determine if in clinic care is needed or we can assist you via Telehealth. (03) 9886 4481 *online bookings are unavailable at this time

09.01.2022 New shoes! Hoka Elevon Light weight Responsive cushioning Rocker Sole... Designed for neutral runners who want a smooth, floating on air experience. Great for those with foot/ankle pain as the cushioned platform eases the wearer into toe off without placing high loads through the joints of the lower limb. This is my 2nd pair of Elevons as someone with reduced ankle range due to trauma this shoe allows me to walk with no pain ! *check with me if this shoe may be suitable for you as every foot type has different needs

09.01.2022 Smelly feet? What causes foot odour and what can be done. Foot odour is caused by multiple factors including ~Bacteria on our feet... ~Excessive sweating ~Nylon or synthetic fibres in socks and shoes ~Bacterial or fungal skin infections Rotate shoes to allow sweat to dry before wearing Bamboo socks are great for those with sweaty feet as they absorb and lock away moisture from the skin See your Podiatrist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan to address the causing factors of the smelly feet (03) 9886 4481

09.01.2022 Ok. Maybe a small one... #crossfit #satire #memes #fairuse #muscleup #wod #crossfitgirls #crossfitgames #gymnastics #fitness #fitnessmotivation #gymmemes #worko...ut #crossfitlife #weights #lifting #squats #fit #mobility #olympiclifting #running #wodoftheday #fitfam #makewodsgreatagain #mwga See more

09.01.2022 Do you suffer with ingrown toenails? Seek help from us early and please don’t attempt self surgery at home! Seek help early to avoid further complications and skin infections ... Trying to cut the nail out yourself at home often leads to nail spikes being left at the side of the toenail that grow into the skin and cause infection Common causes of ingrown nails: ~ Incorrect nail cutting technique ~ Tight or incorrectly fitted shoes ~ Trauma If you or someone you know is suffering with an ingrown nail contact us for an appointment (03) 9886 4481 #ingrowntoenail #toenails #tightshoeshurtfeet #podiatry

08.01.2022 Do your orthotics look like this? Here we have tried some temporary padding for a painful big toe which has been a success. If the shell (plastic part) of the orthotic still fits well and functions as intended we may be able to recover your orthotic ... Recovering an orthotic is inexpensive and can make a big difference to the comfort of your device. Everyone loves a nice fresh/soft top cover If your orthotics need some TLC give us a call on (03) 9886 4481 for an orthotic assessment

07.01.2022 The right pair of well fitted shoes can make the world of difference. Are you wearing the right shoes? #shoes #shoeaddiction #podiatry

05.01.2022 Did you know we offer Dry Needling at Alicia Foster Podiatry? Dry needing uses a sterile single use very fine acupuncture needle to release a painful/ tight area of skeletal muscle... How does it work? Dry needing works by releasing myo facial trigger Points (knots in muscle). The acupuncture needle is inserted into a trigger point to give a twitch/squeeze type sensation. As the muscle relaxes it is able to lengthen back to a relaxed elongated state. This Reaction leads to decompression of the local blood and nerve supply Does dry needing Hurt? minimal discomfort is experienced as the needles used are very very fine, the Twitch respond feels like a small cramp what do you use it for? Great for foot and leg Pain - Plantar Fasciitis -Calf pain - Bunion Pain - Lower limb tendonitis - Shin splints - Lower limb tightness If you think this may benefit you or someone you know give us a call to make an appointment (03) 9886 4481 #dryneedling #legpain #heelpain #plantarfasciitis #shinsplints

04.01.2022 Thank you to everyone that came and spoke to us and entered our competition today at Livingstone Netball Club selection day. We had 4 correct guesses of 26 bones in the foot. See the video below for the winner!