Plantar Warts
Balance Exercises: Ankle Sprains
Single Leg Balance: Without any support, stand on one leg for 20 seconds (10 repetitions on each leg) Once you get more confident, you can try to perform this exercise eyes closed Single Leg Balance on an Uneven Surface: Standing on a wobble board or a pillow, balance on one leg for 20 seconds (10 […]
Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are one of the most common types of ankle injuries we as Podiatrists see, making up approximately 10-30% of all sports related musculoskeletal injuries. When you sprain your ankle, the ligaments around the ankle joint that stabilise and support the joint become injured. There are 3 types of ankle sprains: Inversion ankle sprains: When […]
Heel and Arch Pain
Suffering from heel and arch pain? Our awesome team of Podiatrists and Physiotherapists have come up with a short guide on common conditions that cause pain, treatment and when to seek help! If you believe you are suffering from pain, book in today to see one of our practitioners at Mount Lawley Physiotherapy and Podiatry […]
Turf Toe
Essentially turf toe is a sprained big toe. The injury gets its name ‘turf toe’ because many of these injuries occur on turf, like during games of hockey, running, rugby…etc. Most turf toe injuries happen suddenly causing damage to the bottom surface of the big toe joint, known as the plantar metatarsophalangeal-sesamoid complex, but can […]
Strengthening the Plantar Fascia
The plantar fascia is an extremely strong, fibrous structure that supports your weight, helps stabilize the foot and arch and works overtime to keep you moving. Often, the plantar fascia is under a moderate amount of stress due to poor footwear, sports, injuries to surrounding structures and a range of other factors (medications, weight and […]
Diabetic Foot Assessments
What is Diabetes? Diabetes is systemic disease, which occurs when your body cannot produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin properly, resulting in is too much glucose (sugar) in your blood. There are three types of diabetes as listed below, all types can affect many parts of the body including the brain, heart, kidneys, eyes […]
Children’s Podiatry Part 3 – Out – Toeing in Children
Out-toeing is a common condition in toddlers and young children in which the foot turns outward, and is the opposite to in-toeing (see our previous blog). It can cause children to trip and appear clumsy when walking and running. Often, an out-toeing gait can cause a condition called paediatric pes planus (flat feet in children) […]
Cracked Heels
Why we get heel fissures and callus & how we can treat them What – Very thick, dry and cracked skin around the heel of the foot, which is often uncomfortable and may cause severe pain Why? – There are a number of reasons why we get cracked heels… Some causes can be linked with and […]
Preventing Falls
As we age, we experience a decrease in flexibility, balance, strength, and senses. Many factors can cause a fall. The more risk factors you have, the greater your risk of falling. Foot-related problems may increase the risk of falls in older adults. Foot problems can cause you to lose your balance and make you feel […]
Children’s Podiatry Part 2 – In-Toeing in Children
In-toeing is a common condition in toddlers and young children in which the foot points inwards whilst they are weight-bearing. Generally, it is painless and can be normal, and usually improves as children grow. In-toeing occurs because the bones in the leg rotates inwards. There are 3 common causes of in-toeing. Metatarsus Adductus – the […]
Children’s Podiatry Part 1 – what we do
Our podiatrists at Mount Lawley Physiotherapy and Podiatry are highly qualified and all have special interests in children’s podiatry. From any biomechanical complaints through to common skin/nail conditions, our podiatrists are extremely adept at providing the best possible solution for parents and children alike. All appointments include diagnosis, full assessments, treatment and management plans. From […]
Blisters
What are Blisters? A blister is a small fluid-filled pocket in the upper-most layer of the skin (epidermis). The fluid in blisters is typically clear but can become cloudy, bloody or filled with pus if it becomes infected. Blisters are frequently underestimated in the amount of pain they can cause. They are commonly seen as […]
Smelly Feet
Bromhidrosis, also known as osmidrosis is the term used to describe body odour. In Podiatry, this term is specifically used to describe smelly feet or unpleasant foot odour which emanates from the skin. Smelly feet can occur as a result of atypical sweat regulation via hormones. Although having smelly feet can be an embarrassing condition, […]
Summer Sandals – how do you know which is the best?
With summer fast approaching, the season of beaches, barbeques and tanning is upon us. Out goes the closed-in sneakers to keep your feet warm and in comes the slip-on sandals to keep your feet cool. However, as many people soon realise, most thongs and sandals aren’t the most foot-friendly footwear to be wearing, particularly if […]
CALF STRETCHING
CALF STRETCHING Your calf muscle is located on the back of your lower leg and is composed of two different muscles. Your SOLEUS is the smaller, flat muscle that lies under your GASTROCNEMIUS, which is the larger surface muscle. The gastrocnemius has two heads which create its diamond shape. These two muscles merge at the […]
Warts
Plantar warts (also known as verucca / verrucae pedis) are a common benign viral skin infection, affecting around 7 to 12% of the population at any one given time. These lesions are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) – most commonly HPV 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 27 and 57. They can present as […]
Athlete’s foot (Tinea Pedis)
What is Athlete’s foot? Athlete’s foot, also known as tinea pedis, is a common contagious fungal skin infection caused primarily by fungi called dermatophytes. It typically affects the sole of the foot and the skin between the toes. It is easily spread between people and can be contracted from walking barefoot in communal areas such as showers, bathrooms and […]
Big Toe and Joint Pain and Stiffness
Hallux Limitus & Hallux Rigidus – What is it? Have you started experiencing pain, swelling and stiffness when moving your big toe which is worsened or brought on by the cold, damp weather? This could be the result of a condition called hallux limitus which means there is a ‘loss of motion in the big […]
Footwear and Developing Milestones in Children’s Feet
From a young age, children’s feet are constantly evolving and changing shape. As a result, footwear is very important as your child progresses from their first steps to running around playing sports. Here are some common milestones to look for in your kids’ feet, and what to look for in footwear. 6 months – 2 […]
Podiatric Medical Pedicures
Our podiatrists at Mount Lawley Physiotherapy and Podiatry are highly qualified and experts at providing a relaxing medical pedicure for patients from all walks of life. We follow strict, sterile protocols to guarantee healthy, beautiful feet. We have created a medical pedicure treatment as patients often attend for pedicures at nail salons, who may use […]
Part 3 of 3 – A Dancers’ Feet, Foot Care for Dancers
Last month our Podiatrist Catherine released part 2 of 3 of her blog that covered Common Issues for Dancers and Preventing and Managing – Defective Padding. This is the last part of Catherines 3 part blog which will cover; Common Injuries Preventing Injuries Click on the below link to find out more
TREADMILL GAIT ANALYSIS
At Mount Lawley Physiotherapy and Podiatry, we now have access to treadmill gait analysis for all patients. This is particularly handy for patients suffering from lower leg injuries, knee and hip pain, and chronic muscular pain. Treadmill gait analysis allows our physicians to diagnose your injury, assess biomechanical failures/deficiencies, formulate a treatment protocol and help […]
Part 2 of 3 – A Dancer’s Feet, Foot Care for Dancers
Last month our Podiatrist Catherine released part 1 of 3 of her blog that covered Pre-pointe screening and Pointe shoes. Continuing on from Catherine’s three-part blog about dancer’s feet and all the foot care, you need to stay at the top of your game. She has now released part 2 of 3 which will cover; Common issues for […]
Hammertoe Deformity
What is a Hammertoe? A hammertoe is a contracture of one or both joints of the 2-5 toes in your feet. This can ultimately lead to increased stress and force on the toes, causing further issues to arise. Hammertoes generally start as a very mild deformity and can progressively worsen over time. There are 2 […]
Part 1 of 3 – A Dancer’s Feet, Foot Care for Dancers
Our Podiatrist Catherine has taken the time to put together this three-part blog about dancer’s feet and all the foot care you need to stay at the top of your game. The 2 points below are what will be covered in this 3 part blog. Pre-pointe screening and Pointe shoes Click on the link to find […]
Diabetes and Your Feet
Today (14th November 2018) is World Diabetes Day! Did you know Podiatrists are one of the biggest and most important health care providers for diabetics? Our podiatrists have written up some information regarding diabetes and what they can do to help with diabetic foot care, including handy hints and tips. Click on the link to […]
Footwear!
At Mount Lawley Physiotherapy and Podiatry, our podiatrists are heavily focused and invested in keeping you walking and moving better for longer. Not only do we perform thorough assessments on your gait, muscular strength, joint strength and general foot health, we also ensure treatment plans and long-term rehabilitation are entirely individualized and suitable for your […]
Metatarsal Stress Fracture
Check out this blog on Metatarsal Stress Fractures —-> Stress Fracture Blog. Have any questions or would like to book in to see one of our experienced Podiatrists, go to our website now or call us at 9271 8805.
Bunion’s
Want to know what a bunion is? The causes of bunions, what symptoms to look out for and how our Podiatrists at Mount Lawley Physiotherapy and Podiatry can do to help. Then check out this blog that our Head Podiatrist Angelo has written. —–> Bunion Blog