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Wanneroo Podiatry

Locality: Wanneroo

Phone: +61 8 9306 3008

Address: 12 Conlan Ave 6065 Wanneroo, WA, Australia

Website: http://wanneroopodiatry.com.au

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21.01.2022 to help prevent blisters and blackened, bleeding toenails.

18.01.2022 Congratulations to Steven Claughton, who is the winner of our July prize pack! Come on down to the clinic to collect your prize!! Thank you to everyone who took the time to like our page and share our post!! Keep an eye out for our next competition!

17.01.2022 : : Prevention is better than cure. Wear well-fitting shoes and socks which allow for expansion of the foot but don’t allow slipping. Socks should be made from wool, bamboo or polyester. Lace your shoes up firmly. To avoid further friction try wearing a thin sock underneath a thicker sock and ensure seams don’t irritate bony prominences. You may want to change the thinner sock with a fresh pair at lun...ch time and air the feet out a little. If you feel a blister coming on, treat it immediately by applying a plaster. Round off the edges with scissors and hold it down with your hand for 30 seconds to allow for good skin adhesion, carefully roll sock back to avoid pulling plaster off. : cut and file nails prior to going hiking, smooth off any sharp edges. Tape toes with Fixomull and lace shoes firmly to prevent forward slipping on downward slopes. A ‘How To’ video will be posted this month : this common occurrence of hiking is usually associated with dehydration. Drink plenty of water during your hike and maybe an eltrolyte-dense sports drinks. Stretch all muscle groups before and after hiking and take a good quality Magnesium supplement. Wear clothes to suit the conditions to prevent getting too hot or cold : wear long pants and shirts to protect your skin. If you do suffer from minor wounds, clean them well with saline and dress with an antiseptic dressing and a band-aid to avoid infection : walking on uneven, slippery surfaces surfaces with hidden obstacles can often result in twisted ankles. Sometimes this can be walked off, but if more serious you will need to apply a compression bandage and elevate the leg until the swelling subsides. Rocktape is very useful in reducing swelling and bruising. Well-fitting hiking boots and the use of a hiking stick will help you balance your steps. : wear appropriate wool, bamboo or synthetic nylon active underwear designed for hiking to avoid chafing between the legs. A handful of tea-tree or body powder is also helpful We hope this helps on your hiking adventures!! #hiking #hikinghints #keepingyouonyourfeet #wanneroopodiatry #Commonhikinginjurys #happyfeet #hintsandtips #rocktape #preventioniskey #drinkwater

17.01.2022 The team at Wanneroo Podiatry would like to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year! We hope you really enjoy the time spent with family and loved ones. We will be back in action to tend to all of your foot and lower limb concerns as of the 4th January 2021. Stay safe and may the year ahead be your best one yet!

15.01.2022 : Diabetes is the fastest growing non-infectious disease in the world, with more than one million people in Australia now diagnosed. Australia has the second highest lower limb amputation rate in the developed world, with one Australian losing a lower limb every 3 hours as a direct result of diabetes related foot disease. ... The foot is a complex machine which consists of: - 26 bones or one quarter of the bones in the human body - 33 joints, 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments - A network of blood vessels, nerves, skin and soft tissues 280 people are diagnosed with diabetes every day There are more than 4,400 diabetes related amputations per year in Australia Type 2 Diabetes is driven by preventable factors such as obesity, poor diet, lack of physical activity, smoking and alcohol 10,000 hospital admissions per year are related to Diabetic Foot Ulcers 60% of the world’s population have different sized left and right feet 80% of people purchase incorrectly fitting footwear, which in the case of diabetes, can have serious implications To prevent complications, it is important to detect problems early. All people with diabetes should have their feet checked at least once a year by a Podiatrist. At Wanneroo Podiatry we do just that, with a friendly, professional and caring approach. Call us on 9306 3008.

12.01.2022 , & Common causes of ankle strains, sprains and fractures involve sports, biomechanical instability, trauma or footwear. Here are some points to help you distinguish whether you have a strain, sprain or fracture, however it is best to seek medical advice if your pain is more than minor. are an injury to the muscle or tendon and are usually attributable to overuse and repetitive damage over time. They a...re common in athletes who undergo long training sessions without adequate breaks to allow muscles and tendons enough time to rest. They also occur in the elderly people, particularly if they have chronic health issues. occur when ligaments are suddenly stretched or torn by awkwardly twisting the ankle during sport or by simply stepping off kerb, walking on uneven surfaces or missing your footing. The pain is immediate. They usually affect the outside of the ankle. Most sprains will bet better within a few days by using simple remedies like rest, compression and elevation. You can usually walk, although it may be with a limp. If there is significant deformity or swelling and you are unable to put weight on the affected foot, it is best to seek medical advice. affect the bone and can result from either trauma such as an awkward fall or by landing with a lot of force. They can also be due to overuse in the form of a stress fracture and may be accompanied by strains or sprains. It is difficult to know if you have a fracture without an x-ray.

10.01.2022 How to tape your toes to prevent blistering and lifting of toenails. Another essential for those really long hiking trips

09.01.2022 Reality Check October's theme will be Diabetes, check in for important information about diabetes and foot health

08.01.2022 ' ' With our countryside having turned a gorgeous green following our recent rain and the fact that we can now roam about freely within our beautiful state, our theme for the month of July is ‘Your feet in the great Outdoors’. We will be looking at activities like Hiking and how to prevent common foot problems resulting from hiking. Keeping your feet happy on holidays and how to keep your feet warm and comfortable during the cold weather. We are also running a monthly competition to win some foot essentials to keep you active in the great outdoors.

06.01.2022 Maintain healthy nails. Cut them regularly and file sharp edges. Prevent fungal nail infections by frequently washing and drying feet.... Wear absorbent socks with thicker soles and change them daily. Bamboo socks are ideal. Adding some drops of tea tree oil to the wash can reduce the risk of fungal infections, and dry socks in the sun. When standing change position as often as possible to keep muscles mobile and give pressure points a rest. Watch the position your feet are in when standing, don’t tilt to one side or the other, this may strain muscles. Foot position and keeping joints flexible by moving around is also important when sitting, so get up at regular intervals and twirl ankles around often. Do toe crunches within your shoes and splay them apart as much as the shoe/boot will allow. This works the small muscles of the feet which are responsible for our stability. Do standing heel raises a few times throughout the day to work your leg muscles. Twirl ankle joints in, out and up and down. Check feet at the end of day for any pressure points, corns, callouses or irritations. Have any problems or pain attended to early by seeing your Podiatrist for an assessment. Do Golf ball release exercises at beginning and end of day (see our next post for these exercises) and remember to relax onto the golf ball with part of the foot on the ground and part on the ball. No rolling or pushing. Massage feet with a heat producing liniment such as Fisiocream, Tiger balm, Deep Heat or Arnica cream before going to bed. The massage does not need to be for long, but it does need to be firm. It is also useful to do this prior to putting socks and shoes on. See more

05.01.2022 Wear properly fitted shoes appropriate for your workplace and job. Leave about 15mm (thumb width) of space between your longest ... toe of your largest foot to the end of the shoe. This is not always your big toe. Check how your shoes move with your feet when walking on different surfaces, your foot should not move inside the shoe at any time. The widest part of the shoe should be where the ball of your foot sits, the part just before your toes. The shoe should be wide enough and comfortable when you are in a crouch position. The depth of the shoe is also important, your toes should not be pressured from the top of the shoe. Buy shoes at the end of the day when your foot is at its largest and ideally have them professionally fitted. If you work long hours, more than eight hours per day, have two pairs of shoes/boots so that you are not wearing the same shoe two days running. This allows the shoe/boot to fully dry out before wearing it again. Ideally air them in the sun to kill any fungal spores. Shoes which are too cushioned and soft cause more strain on the foot and lower limb. Make sure your footwear is supportive with a good sole and adjustable upper. Arch supports and gel insoles may be of benefit to help ease foot fatigue, but if foot pain persists, custom made orthoses from a Podiatrist may be required. Remember that your feet should not hurt within a shoe. Replace shoes regularly, at least 12 monthly. Remember that the inner of a shoe wears and compresses as much if not more than the outer sole. The lining can become brittle, hard and damaged from sweat and wear. Look for signs of wear inside and out. See more

04.01.2022 & People with diabetes risk serious and disabling foot complications, the risk of which is greatly reduced with good blood glucose control. Diabetes may affect the feet in two ways: 1. Firstly, the nerves which enable you to feel pain, temperature extremes and give early warning of possible trauma, are damaged. 2. Secondly, the blood supply to the feet is ...Continue reading

03.01.2022 DECEMBER IS 'FEET AT WORK' MONTH Any work that involves walking or standing for long periods of time can put between 2-3 times your body weight of force through your feet and legs with every step.... During an average day of walking, the forces on your feet can total hundreds of tons, equivalent to an average of a fully loaded cement truck. Working feet can travel up to 24km in a day. The average foot gets two sizes longer when a person stands up, so when buying shoes have them fitted whilst standing. Sweat glands in the feet produce up to 250ml of perspiration daily, more in humid or hot conditions. The work environment creates health risks to your feet, such as slippery or oily floors, wet or humid conditions, trip hazards, extreme heat or cold all put feet at risk of injury and can lead to foot problems. Foot problems which may occur in the work place include stress fractures, sprains, strains, corns, callouses, ingrown toenails, chilblains & tinea. Even minor foot irritations can reduce your mobility and productivity. Foot and lower leg injuries account for approximately 20% of all workplace injuries. Arch pain is a common overuse injury amongst workers as feet can become flattened through long periods of standing and carrying heavy weights. See more

03.01.2022 & Not all heel or arch pain is due to plantar fasciitis or heel spur syndrome. There can a number of causes including heel pad atrophy, bursitis, heel bumps, skin fissures, verrucae, corns, Achilles tendinopathy, embedded foreign object, poor footwear or ill-fitting footwear, just to mention a few. Correct diagnosis is essential to good treatment outcomes, so come see us at Wanneroo Podiatry for a full assessment if painful heels and arches are ...stopping you in your tracks. Heel, arch and plantar fascia pain is inflammatory and often burning, throbbing or stabbing in nature around the heel and arch and may extend into other areas of the foot. It seems to occur without a clear cause and may affect one or both feet. It is often worst after first rising from bed in the morning or after a period of rest and improves once walking around for a while, however it can return after having been on feet for a long period. Pain is usually due to tightness of the leg and foot muscles and the fascia (connective tissue surrounding muscles or groups of muscles, blood vessels and nerves) within the sole of the foot. It may also involve nerve entrapment or heel spur formation. Common causes of this condition include flat or pronated feet, high-arched or supinated feet, changes in footwear, sudden change of activity (sporting or job related), increase in weight, pregnancy, trauma or prolonged standing on hard surfaces.

02.01.2022 It's Foot Health Week, let's get Active

01.01.2022 For your chance to of ‘Foot Essentials to keep you active in the great outdoors’ just 1. follow our page 2. like this post... ! See more

01.01.2022 ‘ ’ With free foot assessments available for your School aged children. Keep an eye out for our offer! DID YOU KNOW - Children’s feet spend up to 40 hours per week in school shoes! Keeping an eye out for early signs of trouble can make a big difference in future development. ...Continue reading

01.01.2022 & Do you know how much impact your feet take when exercising? Walking is 1-2 times a person’s body weight, Running is 3-4 times a person’s body weight and High Impact Activities such as Netball or Basketbal...l are up to 8 times a person’s body weight. That’s a lot of strain on your feet and in particular if they are in badly designed or fitted shoes. Generally speaking, there are three main foot types, flat, ‘normal’ and high arched. Low arched or flat feet tend to be straight from heel to toe and high arched feet are somewhat ‘C’ shaped. There are also three forefoot shapes to take into account, round toed, triangular with longest 2nd or 3rd toe, square and angled from the big toe to the smallest. For optimal comfort and to avoid strain or injury it’s important to choose the right sports shoe for your foot type and shape. You also have to take into account the type of activity or sport that you do and the surfaces you do it on. There are different types of Running shoes to suit the type of running you do and it’s important to choose the right one. For more information look at our news-feed on our website! Running shoes should be replaced approximately every 500km or 12 months, whichever comes first, as the sole materials tend to wear, harden and compress. For all sports choose the shoe designed for your particular sports and the surface you play on, be it grass, court, indoors or outdoors.