What Does a Podiatrist Do?
Do you notice morning foot discomfort, sore heels, or repeated athlete’s foot? If these or other lower limb concerns affect you, it may be suitable to speak with a podiatrist.
A podiatrist is a qualified health professional focused on the evaluation and management of foot, ankle, and lower limb concerns, offering strategies to assist with safe movement and function.
Ways a podiatrist may provide support
Nail Care
Regular nail care can assist in assessing nail health and offering advice on managing issues like fungal nail infections.
Wart Treatment
Managing plantar warts can involve strategies such as natural therapies, cryotherapy, or freezing, based on individual needs and assessment.
Diabetic Foot Care
For individuals with diabetes, regular podiatry assessments may assist in supporting foot health and monitoring circulation for potential issues.
Corn And Callus Treatment
Podiatrists provide treatment for corns and calluses, assessing potential contributing factors and offering guidance that may support management.
Common Foot And Lower Leg Conditions
Heel And Ankle Pain
Heel and ankle pain may be related to plantar fasciitis or other conditions. Assessment can provide strategies to support safe movement and activity.
Sports Injuries
Among sports injuries affecting the feet are conditions like Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures, ankle sprains, and heel spurs.
Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails may develop due to tight shoes, improper trimming, or minor toe trauma, and may be linked to tenderness, redness, or swelling.
Fungal Nail Infections
Fungal nail infections may be linked to nails becoming thicker, brittle, crumbly, or ragged, most commonly affecting toenails but sometimes fingernails.
Calluses And Corns
Calluses are rough, thickened skin on the feet, and corns are smaller, harder areas that may be linked to localized discomfort.
Plantar Warts
Warts on the feet, commonly called plantar warts, are firm, grainy growths that often appear on the heel or ball of the foot and may be linked to discomfort.
Athlete’s Foot
Athlete’s foot can develop in any individual and is associated with fungal growth in conditions where feet are often enclosed and moist, such as with tight shoes.
Diabetic Foot Care
Diabetes can be associated with factors that may contribute to foot concerns, including nerve changes, circulation difficulties, or increased infection risk.
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State of the Art Technology
We use current podiatry equipment to assist with patient assessment and ongoing care
Zebris 3D Gait Analysis
Gait analysis in Cottesloe, Perth, is included as part of a biomechanical assessment, with the Zebris FDM-T treadmill used to collect detailed movement information.
MLS High Power Laser Therapy
MLS therapy, sometimes called ‘cold laser’, is a non-invasive technique that applies light to specific areas and can be part of a broader plan to support tissue health and manage inflammation.
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)
Our clinic offers both Radial and Focused shockwave therapy with EMS DolorClast® technology, which may form part of a treatment plan to assist with tissue support and managing discomfort.
Power Plate
Power Plate neural stimulation uses a whole-body vertical vibration platform and may be included in programs designed to support lower limb activity and balance.
3D Scanners
For orthotic customisation, we use 3D scanning technology to capture the shape of the foot and combine it with biomechanical assessment findings to guide the creation of custom orthotics.
Insights into a typical podiatry session
Comprehensive Assessment
Our goal is to explore possible causes of foot, ankle, or lower limb issues, which may involve discussing your history and performing assessments to gather information.
Customised Diagnosis
Assessments are personalised for each individual, and the results may provide insights that could inform potential options within a care plan.
Tailored Treatment
Following your assessment, any care plan may be developed to address your specific concerns and provide strategies appropriate to your situation.
Seeing an experienced podiatrist will not only ensure you get the most accurate diagnosis, but they will also assess your feet and general health to determine how quickly you are likely to respond to SWIFT Microwave Therapy.
Answers to common podiatry questions
How do I know what to look for in podiatry care?
Education and experience are important, and so is a constructive working relationship. Look for a podiatrist who understands your concerns and provides clear guidance.
How frequently should I schedule podiatry appointments?
The number of podiatry visits required will differ depending on your condition, so it’s recommended to ask your podiatrist for an estimate.
For people with diabetes, how can a podiatrist support foot health?
Regular podiatry visits may help support foot health in individuals with diabetes. Our team is available to provide guidance on accessing podiatry care.
What might cause discomfort in my feet during walking or exercise?
Foot discomfort during walking or exercise can have multiple contributing factors, including plantar fasciitis, toenail issues, biomechanical differences, or underlying health conditions.
Could foot discomfort be associated with lower back discomfort?
Because the feet help bear the body’s weight, foot issues may sometimes be linked to lower back discomfort.
Where can patients access your podiatry services?
We offer podiatry services to individuals throughout Perth, including the following suburbs: Crawley, Dalkeith, Nedlands, Claremont, Peppermint Grove, Mosman Park, Karrakatta, Mount Claremont, Swanbourne, Shenton Park, Subiaco, Floreat, Wembley and Fremantle.