Health First Southam Podiatry Blog
Find out more about common foot conditions, podiatry treatments, foot care and more in our blog.
How to cure chilblains (and help other circulatory problems)
Chilblains, also known as perniosis, are a common and often painful condition that affects the feet and toes. They are caused by a reaction to cold temperatures, resulting in the small blood vessels in the skin becoming inflamed and damaged.…
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5 Tips For Caring For Diabetic Feet
Diabetics should take care of their feet as much as possible. That’s because diabetes can cause nerve damage and reduce blood flow to your feet, which can lead to serious problems like infections, corns, ulcers, and even amputation. Here are…
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All You Need To Know About Hammertoes
Hammertoes are a common foot deformity caused by prolonged wearing of shoes. They usually start out as a minor toe problem with little to no pain, but they worsen over time. Hammertoes are most commonly seen in females because their…
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How To Cure Fungal Toenails (Onychomycosis)
You’ve probably seen the adverts on TV trying to sell cures for fungal toenails – those nails which are yellow, thickened, crumbly, and sometimes painful. That shows you how common the problem is when it is worth the pharmaceutical companies…
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The Cost Of Diabetic Foot Ulceration
For those of you who have followed this series of articles, you may recall a frustrating & upsetting incident some years ago where someone in Warwickshire had died from an ingrowing toenail. This could have been avoided had they received…
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How To Cure Corns
When I entered the foot profession as a student 35 years ago now, I remember challenging one of my lecturers that we weren’t being taught how to cure foot problems, but instead to palliate them. Once I qualified in 1990…
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Top Foot Care Tips For Trail Runners
Are you a trail runner? Then you no doubt understand the importance of taking care of your feet. Healthy feet are the cornerstone of any runner’s life, which is why it’s so essential that you understand the basics of foot…
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How to Cure Cracked Heels
As summer continues, the sandals keep coming out and so do the dry cracked heels. This is one of the commonest and most easily diagnosed of the wide range of foot conditions. You have no doubt realised that they occur…
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Our Top Summer Foot Care Tips
Summer is officially in full swing and this year; we’ll definitely be taking advantage of the beach and pool weather. However, throughout our sun-filled fun, we must not forget about the importance of taking care of our feet. As you…
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Walking Boots – How To Check You Have The Right Pair
With the nice summer days and autumn just around the corner, you might want to take advantage and go out for a nice walk or hike. It’s time to lace up your walking boots and get walking, but how do…
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How To Cure Ingrown Or Ingrowing Toenails
Next in our series about how to cure foot problems is the all too common ingrowing toenail. This is an often misused term by patients and health care professionals alike, including other foot colleagues. Just because you have pain around…
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What Causes Fungal Nails?
Taking your shoes off in public can be embarrassing, especially if you have fungal toenail infections. These infections can cause your nails to become thick, clumpy, and yellow or brown in colour. If you notice any of these changes in…
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How Do Moisture-wicking Socks Work?
Do you ever find yourself wondering how those moisture-wicking socks work? They not only keep your feet warm and dry during a long day, but they also help prevent painful blisters, control smelly feet and provide all-day comfort. While it’s…
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Five Easy Tips To Prep Your Feet For Summer
Spring is here and we’re all eagerly awaiting the warm weather. But before you dive in, it might be a good idea to take care of some of your necessities and make sure you’re up to scratch on your summer…
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What Causes Smelly Feet?
You shouldn’t ignore the fact that you have smelly feet; however, there are many people who would rather overlook their foot odour. You shouldn’t do this as it can signify a potential medical condition. If you have experienced this, don’t…
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The Causes of bunions
One of the most common problems people experience as they age is bunions, which can gradually occur over time. The bump on the side of the big toe can become more severe, causing pain and discomfort if left untreated. This…
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How To Cure Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain)
Following on from my previous introduction article called “How to cure a foot problem”, I am now going to look at a specific foot condition that can be particularly challenging. That is heel pain, which is most commonly known as…
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How To Cure A Foot Problem
Delivery of safe & effective healthcare relies on clinical care pathways. By following these, then healthcare providers can ensure consistency of results for patients. At my clinic, we have developed such pathways to enable us to resolve even the most…
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The Cost Of Heel Pain
(This popular article was originally published in March 2022 so the financial figures have been updated in March 2024) Continuing with our series on the physical, emotional, and financial costs of various foot-related conditions, this month we are going to…
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Verruca’s And Corns
Most people would be worried if something unusual started growing on their feet. Even some doctors can’t tell the difference between a verruca and a corn. So how do you know what to do? My advice is to visit a…
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