Cricket and Your Feet
How playing cricket impacts on the feet As with any sport involving running, repetitious actions can lead to stresses of all kinds. There are forces of high impact on the structures of the feet – the toes, ankles, muscles, ligaments, tendons and the bones that support the feet. These forces can be two to three […]
Footwear Review – 2016 – Brent Goddard
With the summer coming and everyone keen to get out there and get fit again, I though it would be a good time to bring you up to date with the latest running shoe terms and ideas. The Footwear industry has gone through some massive changes in the last 8 years with the emergence of […]
The Australia Foot Doctor Demystified
Are you wondering what the heck is a Foot Doctor (podiatrist) and what do they do? Perhaps you’ve been advised to consult with one for your Achilles tendon pain or any other ailments related to your foot and ankle? If so then you’re surely looking to learn all that you can about the profession. Now despite being a […]
Comprehensive Guide to Laser Toenail Fungus Treatment in Australia
Are you struggling with a persistent fungal nail infection on your toenails? You’re not alone. Fungal nail infections, known medically as onychomycosis, are surprisingly common in Australia, affecting around 3 out of every 100 Aussies at some point. While it may seem like a minor inconvenience initially, toenail fungus can quickly escalate, leading to unsightly, […]
A Look at the Different Types of Orthotics in Dee Why
Are you wondering about the different kinds of Custom Footbeds available in the market? Perhaps you’ve been advised to start wearing custom footbeds for Plantar Fasciitis (one of the most common causes of chronic heel pain attributed to tissue inflammation)? These devices are basically sole inserts that moderate and support the movement of the feet, easing discomfort and […]
Your Comprehensive Guide to Diabetes and Foot Health
Living with diabetes involves much more than simply monitoring blood glucose levels. It’s also important to consider the impact of diabetes on various parts of the body, including the feet. At ModPod Podiatry, we regularly emphasise that good foot care is essential for preventing complications and maintaining an active, fulfilling lifestyle. Here in Australia, where […]
Hiking Interview With Caro From Lots A Fresh Air
Happy Feet for Hiking – Expert Podiatrist November 3, 2015 by As hikers or bushwalkers, we’re constantly putting our bodies, and our feet in particular, through terrain that the average city dweller can only imagine. With consistently uneven surfaces, steep ascents and descents, pack carrying and in all weather and conditions, we ask a lot of […]
Achilles Tendon
Achilles tendinosis Lately at the practice we’ve been treating a lot of patients suffering from Achilles Tendinopathy. Now many patients don’t actually know what that is, and that’s why today I want to shed some light on the topic about this today so that you don’t get to that point. The key to this is […]
Foot Stress Fracture
Help my foot hurts! What’s going on?! Hi thinkbigonline, Foot pain can be one of the most debilitating conditions, not to mention extremely inconvenient as we enter the summer months where everyone wants to be active and have fun outdoors. Lately, with all the increased activity with this warm weather, we’ve seen an increase in […]
Problems of Ill-Fitting Shoes
Heart and Sole: When the shoes you love are hurting you In the world of shoe shopping there are two undeniable truths. First: whenever the perfect pair of shoes is on sale, they will always be half a size too small. Second: most of us disregard this and buy them anyway, resigning ourselves to hobbling […]
