
What is Podiatry?
Podiatry is a specific field of allied health that is primarily focused on the foot and the ankle. Podiatrists diagnose and treat an array of different foot and ankle pathologies.
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Podiatrists deal with common foot complaints, which may include:​
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Heel and arch pain
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Foot pain associated with flat feet
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Painful corns and callouses
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Painful and reoccurring ingrown toenails
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Thickened or fungal toenails
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Foot warts
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Sport specific injuries
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Safe and Effective Treatments:
At Walk Safe Podiatry, we strive to provide the most effective treatments in order to get the best clinical outcomes.
Treatment plans vary from patient-to-patient; depending on duration, severity and nature of the problem.
We pride ourselves on taking the time to develop an understanding of your presenting complaint and tailor a suitable treatment plan to get you back to your day-to-day activities - pain free!
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Our evidence-based treatments include:
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General podiatry treatment of toenails and calloused skin
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Ingrown toenail treatments including non-invasive toenail bracing and minor surgical intervention
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Paediatric foot care
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Biomechanical and gait assessment
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Orthotic therapies - custom made or over-the-counter options
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Dry needling therapy
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Shockwave therapy (located at Dromana Family Doctors only)
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Footwear analysis and advice
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Lower limb and foot muscle stretching and strengthening guidance
