Heidelberg Podiatry in Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia | Medical and health

Heidelberg Podiatry

Locality: Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9459 7595

Address: 32 Bell St 3081 Heidelberg, VIC, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 This week is Foot Health Week where we get to tell everyone the importance of looking after your feet! Foot Health Week runs from the 12th to the 18th of October, during this time we will regularly be posting tips on how to best look after your feet and give them the treatment they deserve! As an added bonus we will be conducting complimentary foot health assessment consultations for those who are interested in finding out a bit more about their foot health. If you are interested in a complimentary foot health assessment call 9459 7595 or email [email protected] to book an appointment (Running from the 12th to the 18th October 2020).

22.01.2022 So you want to start walking? I recently wrote about some tips to get started running. This week I’m talking about walking, although walking is a significantly slower paced movement than running there are still precautions that need to be taken to avoid an injury whilst walking and to enjoy your walk in the most comfort possible. 1. Check that your shoes are properly fitted: You may take your shoes off at the end of a long walk and realise that the skin on points of frictio...n on your feet are red, or that you have a callus build-up, this could potentially be from your shoes not fitting correctly. Correct fitting shoes will not only reduce friction points on your skin but also be more comfortable for you! It's also possible that your shoes may not be fitting correctly because your toenails are too long and may need cutting! 2. Wear the correct shoes (and socks) for the correct walking path: The type of trail you walk on may require different shoes to maximise your comfort during walking. For example, if you are walking along a creek trail that is regularly wet and muddy you may require trail walking shoes which are waterproof. Whereas if you are walking along a concrete footpath a good pair of runners will be sufficient. A good pair of socks will fit correctly (have no holes in them), have adequate padding, have no seams that can cause irritation, and provide protection and insulation for your feet, and will go a long way to increasing the comfort of your walk! 3. Set a goal and work towards it: Setting a goal to work towards can greatly increase your motivation when walking. If you have a regular walking path you enjoy then it may be a good idea to time how long it takes to complete the walk, then set a target time you want to beat walking the same path and work towards it. Make sure you gradually work towards beating your target time as trying to go too hard too fast may increase your risk of injury. If you find you have discomfort when walking, would like further advice on appropriate footwear, or have any other walking or foot-related concerns book an appointment at Heidelberg Podiatry and we will get you on the road to comfortable walking!

14.01.2022 So you want to start running ? Running is a fantastic form of exercise, it doesn't require much equipment, is free, and can demand as little or much time as fits in with your daily schedule ! With restrictions limiting the types of exercise we can do running has become increasingly popular, here I share my top 3 tips to get you started safely in running. 1. Wear appropriate runners : Arguably the only equipment you need to run (other than clothes!) is a good pair of runner...s. Most of us own at least one pair of runners, however you need to make sure they are still suitable for your running. If your runners are more than 2 years old it is likely that they will have worn out tread on the bottom of the sole , which can cause you to lose your balance on a slippery surface. It's also likely that the cushioning that is in the mid sole of your shoe has compressed and no longer provides the nice cushioning feel they had when they were new. I’d strongly recommend speaking to a podiatrist for specific runner recommendations or visiting a shoe shop that offers professional footwear fitting for runners. 2. Don't go too hard too fast : One of the quickest ways to cause a foot injury whilst running is by increasing your running mileage by too much in a short space of time. You want to make sure your total distance run does not increase by more than 10% from one week to the next. This allows your body time to condition itself gradually to the increased distances you will be doing as your running fitness improves and reduces your chance of injury. 3. Stretch before and after your run : Stretching before your run allows your muscles to get blood flowing to them, essentially warming you up before you run. This allows you to run more freely and hopefully perform a better run. Stretching after your run is also important, particularly if you have a muscle that feels tight such as your calf or hamstring. Stretching the muscle that feels tight post run allows you to increase the range of motion for these sore muscles and potentially reduce the chances of them feeling tight on your next run. If you’d like more advice on running, your footwear or are suffering from pain from running contact Heidelberg Podiatry as we can fully assess your issue and work with you to get you running pain free.