With the start of Oxfam upon us this weekend, it is important to make sure that your feet are ready for your 100km journey. In the lead up with your training you should have already trialed and tested numerous walking shoes that will be able to carry you through-out your journey to ensure you avoid […]
Have you have been suffering from blisters for years while running and just can’t work out why you continue to develop blisters on your feet? Before we can work out the best ways to avoid blisters occurring we need to understand what blisters are and why they occur. A blister is a fluid filled […]
Are you cutting your toe nails on a curve and getting ingrown toe nails or sore toes? Or do you not know how to cut your toe nails correctly? Here are a few reasons why you should cut your nails straight; Prevention of ingrown toe nails Avoids nail spikes being left on the sides of […]
Do you ever notice that your feet become sweaty and smelly especially in summer or after playing sports? Due to your feet having the largest amount of sweat glands in the body it’s no wonder that your feet smell. Your sweat glands release moisture, which over time becomes a warm environment that often leads to […]
Nail polished toes look great but is nail polish really good for your nails and your health? Nail polish can affect the nails in a few ways these include; Discolouration of nails, turns the nails yellow when left on too long. Doesn’t allow the nail to breath, which can cause a breeding ground for bacteria. […]
It is important to care for your feet, and getting into a routine is the best way. Here are a few tips to help care for your feet daily: Wash your feet daily Dry your feet thoroughly – especially between the toes Apply an emollient to your feet daily but not between the toes Check […]
Tinea, also known as athlete’s foot is a very common condition seen in our clinics. Tinea is common as it is very contagious and easy to catch. Tinea is a fungal infection that loves warm, moist environments, that is why it is caught when walking around barefoot around public pools, in public showers, at nail […]
Running is a great form of exercise but is a high impact physical activity and stress fractures can occur due to this BUT it is not the case for all runners. Stress fractures are small cracks in the bone caused by repetitive stress or force. Some causes of stress fractures are; poor bio-mechanics, over-training, doing […]
Itchy feet can be very uncomfortable and not knowing why they are itchy can make it even worse. There are a few different causes for having itchy skin on the feet. Dry Skin can cause the skin to become itchy, as it can cause the skin to be flaky and uncomfortable. It is important to apply […]
Dry feet are a common condition that can affect everyone at any age. The skin that is on our feet does not have any oil glands so therefore it is very easy for the skin on our feet to get dry. In addition, when individuals are not applying a cream to their feet regularly, the […]
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.
