Sweaty Feet Getting You Down?

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 […]

Why You Get Calluses?

What is a Callus? Calluses are tough, thick parts of the skin that result from friction and increased pressure. The development of calluses are often exacerbated with increased activity. These may not hurt but have the ability to crack and create a portal of entry for bacteria and other harmful organisms. What does it look like? […]

5 Lacing Techniques for Runners!

Have you just started running or begun a new daily sport? If so you may find the universal lacing technique for your runners is not providing you with sufficient benefits. Or maybe no matter what the style, brand or fit of your runners, they are still causing you some pain and discomfort. This pain and […]

Dry Cracked Heels: How to Get Your Feet Ready For Summer

Are you afraid to tuck into your summer shoes? Or does the thought of anybody noticing those dry, cracked heels terrify you? Keep reading to find out how to get your feet ready for its big debut!   Dry skin can result from internal and external factors. External factors like the weather and certain types […]

The not so great shoe swap

I’m sure we can all agree, at some point we’ve suffered from “shoe envy”.  I get it all the time!  Being a Podiatrist, I’ve got two minds about shoes – there’s the fashionable ones (you know the ones, nice heel, lovely calf accentuation and lengthening effect, may have some foot pain in the morning – […]

When should I make my next medical pedicure?

A great question, and the answer to this depends on the condition of your feet, the types of shoes you wear and activities you do, the results of treatment you are expecting and how much effort you are willing to put into your feet. At medical pedicure, our aim is to make your feet the […]

Medical Pedicure covered by Private Health Insurance

Yes!  As our services are provided by qualified Podiatrists, you can use your private health insurance to cover services provided by Medical Pedicure.  We have HICAPS onsite for your convenience. Hope to see you soon!