What is nail surgery for ingrown toenails? Nail surgery is a minor operation carried out under local anaesthetic by Podiatrists, most often to deal with ingrown toenails, although it may also be suggested to treat other nail conditions such as thick or fungal...
What is medial tibial stress syndrome? (By Gemma Crane, Podiatrist) MTSS is often referred to as shin splints. It is a painful condition that occurs on the front edge of the tibia (shin bone), towards the lower end, that worsens with running. This is typically...
By Lisa Green, Podiatrist. What is in-toeing in children? In-toeing in a child is also known as being ‘pigeon-toed’. It’s a common condition that leads to the feet pointing inward instead of straight ahead. This may get worse when they walk or run and is often...
By Richard Keating (Podiatrist) Pain in the big toe can be caused by a number of conditions and accurate diagnosis is key to getting you the best possible outcome. Conditions like bunions, gout, bursae, corns, sesamoiditis and arthritis of the toe can all be a cause...
Pain in the ball area of the foot is sometimes referred to as metatarsalgia. There are a number of conditions that can lead to pain in the metatarsal area of the foot which may produce a range of symptoms. This can make activities like walking or running painful. ...
So, you’ve developed a foot problem and you know that a Podiatrist is likely to be able to help, but how much is it going to cost? With the ever-rising costs of living, many of us want to keep a closer eye on our bank balance, so how much can you expect to spend when...
