PODIATRY
A full range of foot care treatments are available by the Podiatrist. The most popular listed below. .
Corns & Callus removal
Callus (hard skin) is unsightly and uncomfortable. If left it can crack and develop into painful corns. Corns and callus can be painlessly removed. Your feet will look and feel like new. Corns can occur anywhere that there is rubbing or in between the toes is a very common place. Splinters can occur from time to time as people walk barefoot at home. Relief can be given immediately in clinic as it is carefully removed to prevent further pain or infection.
Nail Problems
An ingrown toe nail can be cripplingly painful and should be treated immediately as it can cause infection. Thick nails can be painful and are more difficult to cut. Some people have very curved nails naturally in shape and these can cause problems. There are other nail problems that can be expertly dealt with. We use a painless drill with a burr to file the nails and make them smooth.
Verruca Treatments
Verruca (also known as planter warts) are caused by a virus that can spread. Treatments includes debridement with acid therapy in clinic. Advice on how to treat at home also can be gien.
Routine Treatment
A popular treatment to tidy up the hard skin and nails and it makes you feel like you are walking on air. A medical pedicure without the polish at the end. Feet are smoothed and moisturised at the end. Regualar treatments every 2 months prevent problems occuring.
Diabetes Care
Diabetes is one of the most common conditions now occurring in the western world. It's important to have a Diabetic assessment with a podiatrist to make sure your feet are in good health. During the diabetic assessment, your pulses are checked with an ultrasound doppler machine, and sensation and skin tests are done on your feet also to assess for complications.
Wilde-Pedique
Is a cosmetic nail which is used to disguise a thickened, damaged or fungal nail. It is applied and cured under a UV light similar to how shellac is cured but the material isnt hard. This protects your original nail and prevents any further damage. It is a good short term solution if you are attending a wedding and want to be open toed or are going on holiday.