Ingrown toenails are very frustrating, can be very sore and in some cases can get infected and need medical attention. They may even require a dose of antibiotics. Here are a few tips to prevent ingrown toenails. 1. Cut your nails straight across, do not cut them with a curve. 2. Do not pick at […]
Imagine This Scenario You have just started to train for a marathon. Your first few months of training have been going quite well up until last night when you started to experience pain in your feet and knees. You have never experienced an injury before this first occurrence, which makes you wonder, why now? You […]
Being in Australia, thongs, also known as flip flops, are a type of shoe that nearly everyone owns and uses at some point during the year. Whether it be wearing thongs to the beach, around the pool or on a daily basis in summer or winter. We want to look at what these thongs are […]
Most people wear runners for their physical activity, and can wear these runners for too long without updating the shoe for long periods such as 2+ years. This can cause injury as the technology in the shoe wears down with wear and stops being effective. It is important to update your running shoes every 700-800kms, including walking and all activity […]
Women more commonly present to the Podiatry clinic with foot concerns than men. Some factors that can predispose women to this are footwear and attending nail salons for pedicures. Footwear: Women’s fashion footwear in the current market provides little to no support for foot function. They are often ill fitting and place a higher level […]
When we jump out of bed in the morning we often don’t want to feel the cold timber floors or tiles so we put our slippers on. Or, At the end of the day after you’ve been walking around in those hard, uncomfortable work shoes we just want to take our shoes off and put […]
Choosing the correct running shoes is just as important if not more important than making sure you are using the correct equipment for the sport you’re playing. You need to make sure that the shoe you will be wearing is going to assist in your running technique as well as providing comfort since you will […]
Knowing when to change your running shoes is very important. Your running shoes are designed to provide you with support and protection while you undertake your next run. Like most shoes your running shoes will eventually need to be changed due to wear and tear. Your runners often tend to be worn out due to […]
With all the crazy weather past us, it seems like sunny days are ahead! Before you slip on those flip flops and head to the beach, have a look at our top 5 reasons why you should seek an alternative shoe to thongs this summer! 1. Hammertoes Flip flops have no real fastening mechanism. When […]
Sweaty feet are very common, and can be very annoying. Excessive sweating is known as Hyperhidrosis and it is seen more amongst men than women and more in young adults compared to older adults. The cause of Hyperhidrosis is usually inherited but the reason it occurs is still unknown. Hyperhidrosis can cause individuals to slip around in […]
At Medical Pedicure, we’re here to revolutionize foot care and prioritize your safety. Run by Qualified Podiatrists our expert team of podiatrists understands feet inside and out. With their extensive knowledge, you’ll receive the best advice and treatments for all your foot-related concerns.
