David McKay & Associates in Launceston, Tasmania | Podiatrist

David McKay & Associates

Locality: Launceston, Tasmania

Phone: +61 3 6331 4811

Address: 59 Cameron street 7250 Launceston, TAS, Australia

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11.01.2022 Hello everyone, We've just started allowing online appointments! On our page you'll notice the "Book Now" button, clicking that will bring you to our list of available appointments!

08.01.2022 Helpful Hints: Cracked Heels At the end of summer we find many people come in with dry cracked heels. I believe this is often caused by going barefoot or wearing summer footwear such as thongs and sandals that do not cup the heel. By not supporting the heel, the skin can stretch and is more likely to crack, particularly when dry. Wearing footwear that supports the heel and using moisturiser can help to prevent cracking. Using a pumice stone or similar after showering can reduce the depth of the cracks. Professional treatment can further reduce the cracking.

02.01.2022 Helpful Hints: Heel Pain At this time of year, after the summer, I find that many people come in complaining of heel pain. I believe it is often caused by wearing less supportive footwear during the warm months, allowing the Planta Fascia to pull on its insertion to the heel bone. Often, wearing more supportive footwear such as joggers for a period of 2-3 weeks, will resolve the pain by relieving the strain on the Plantar Fascia. If it has not helped, professional advice should be sought. In some case orthotics may be required.