Chiropody Treatments
Chiropody Treatments on Tuesday, Wednesday evenings and Thursday mornings with Kate Smythe, Chiropodist and Podiatrist MSSCh, MBChA, DipPodMed.
What is Chiropody ? How can it help prevent problems later ?
Over 80% of people will develop foot disorders at some time during their life,
older people being particularly prone to such problems. Usually, we tend to ignore our feet until a problem occurs.
The foot is the platform on which the body rests in standing, walking and running. It is designed to cope with all
the stresses and strains imposed on it by daily life. The foot is a shock absorber, a mobile adapter and a rigid lever.
Caring about our feet from an early age can prevent problems later.
Ill-fitting footwear is the main cause of common
foot disorders. Footwear constricts our feet daily and causes many of our muscles to become lax which can lead to foot problems.
Shoes and boots should be correctly fitted. Always avoid footwear that is too narrow, too tight or too high.
A wide range of treatments
Treatment is available for many different foot disorders, the most common including corns, callous, bunions, verruca and nail infections. Treatment is also available for flat foot and associated disorders, bursitis, chilblains, abnormal nail conditions and foot problems associated with diabetes. Treatments are suitable for all ages. Appointments are available for specific foot problems or for regular foot care.