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Expert insights and advice on foot health, podiatry treatments, and wellness tips from our team.

How to Treat Heel Pain at Home (And When to See a Specialist)
How-to

How to Treat Heel Pain at Home (And When to See a Specialist)

May 6, 2026

Learn effective home remedies for heel pain, including stretching, footwear changes, and exercises. Plus, know when professional help is necessary.

Ankle Sprain or Fracture: How to Tell the Difference
Conditions

Ankle Sprain or Fracture: How to Tell the Difference

April 24, 2026

Not sure if your ankle is sprained or fractured? Learn the key differences, symptoms, and when to seek treatment.

Hammer Toe Exercises You Can Easily Do at Home
Treatments

Hammer Toe Exercises You Can Easily Do at Home

April 24, 2026

Struggling with hammer toe? Try these simple at-home exercises to relieve pain and improve flexibility. Learn when to see a specialist.

Understanding Gait Analysis & Custom Orthotics: A Step Towards Pain-Free Movement
Treatments

Understanding Gait Analysis & Custom Orthotics: A Step Towards Pain-Free Movement

July 20, 2025

Learn how gait analysis and custom orthotics can transform the way your body moves and help eliminate chronic foot, knee, and back pain.

Hammer, Claw, and Mallet Toes - Explore the Differences
Conditions

Hammer, Claw, and Mallet Toes - Explore the Differences

July 15, 2025

Understand the differences between hammer toes, claw toes, and mallet toes, and learn about treatment options available.

Ingrown Toenails and Footwear: Tips for Choosing the Right Shoes
Prevention

Ingrown Toenails and Footwear: Tips for Choosing the Right Shoes

July 10, 2025

Learn how proper footwear can help prevent and manage ingrown toenails effectively.

Top Reasons to Visit a Podiatry Clinic: Caring for Your Feet
Health

Top Reasons to Visit a Podiatry Clinic: Caring for Your Feet

July 5, 2025

Discover why regular podiatry care is essential for maintaining healthy feet and overall wellbeing.

Symptoms

Feet Ache After Walking

December 1, 2018

Feet Ache After Walking Easter Walks Easter Walks After a period of cold and dark winter weather, the temperature is rising. Trees are sprouting fresh...

Conditions

Common Foot Problem

November 1, 2018

Common Foot Problem Athlete's Foot Athlete's foot is one of the most common foot related issues that people may suffer from. The foot treatment for th...

Orthotics

General Orthotics- Dispelling Myths about Orthotics

September 5, 2018

Orthotics are basically insoles that are meant to improve foot posture by providing form and structure. Manufacturing bespoke orthotics is a highly te...

Conditions

Sesamoid Bones & Treatment for Sesamoid Pains

July 28, 2018

The human body consists of more than 200 bones. Most of these bones are connected to one other at the joints. However, there are some bones that do no...

General

Tips to Find the Right Podiatrists

July 24, 2018

Tips to Find the Right Podiatrists: Podogo.com Podiatrists are healthcare professionals who might play a very important role in your lives by diagnosi...

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Podiatry- An Overview

July 13, 2018

Podiatrists and Chiropodists are often responsible for treating common foot conditions including bunions, ingrown toenails and heel pain, among others...

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A Brief Look at Flexible Flatfoot

June 1, 2018

Flatfoot is a condition that is characterised by deformity. There are different kinds of Flatfoot Deformities but one of the most common is Flexible F...

General

A Few Things That You Need to Know About Foot Specialists

June 1, 2018

A Few Things That You Need to Know About Foot Specialists: Podogo.com Foot Specialists can be divided into three main types "“ podiatric surgeons, pod...

General

A Podiatrist Helps in Curing Conditions like Psoriatic Arthritis & Psoriasis- Po

June 1, 2018

A Podiatrist Helps in Curing Conditions like Psoriatic Arthritis & Psoriasis: Podogo.com Have you been suffering from psoriatic arthritis and psoriasi...

General

Advice on walking in the snow

June 1, 2018

We have experienced a heavy downfall of snow this week which is forecast to continue till the weekend. I thought it may prove helpful to provide you w...

General

Arch Pain

June 1, 2018

Arch Pain Arch Height Arch Height You will most likely identify with one of these foot arch types. Low, average, and high arches are all normal variat...

General

Best Verruca Treatments

June 1, 2018

Best Verruca Treatments What is a Verruca? A Verruca is a small lump of hard skin, also known as a plantar wart, that grows on the sole of the foot. V...

General

Callus Formation Foot

June 1, 2018

Callus Formation Foot Callus and corns are extremely common on our feet. A thin layer of flexible callus is a healthy protective barrier of the skin....

General

Causes of Planters Fasciitis

June 1, 2018

Causes of Planters Fasciitis In medical terminology planters foot is known as plantar fasciitis. It is basically an inflammation of a ligament in your...

General

Common Foot Injuries that are caused by Running

June 1, 2018

Common Foot Injuries that are caused by Running: Podogo.com Runners often experience different types of problem with their feet. While their feet allo...

General

Common Questions About Plantar Fasciitis

June 1, 2018

What is the main cause of plantar fasciitis? It is generally classed as an overuse injury that gradually worsens. Something as simple as increasing yo...

General

Common Questions About Verruca

June 1, 2018

Common Questions About Verruca Common Question about Verrucae Do verruca go away on their own? They can go away on their own but there is no guarantee...

General

Feet Problems

June 1, 2018

Feet Problems What is an ingrown toenail? They are often caused by malcutting, leaving a shard down the side of the nail. Sometimes, the nail shape an...

General

Golf Injuries

June 1, 2018

Golf Injuries Considering the less-aggressive nature of the sport, we don't really associate golf with injuries. However "“ quite contrary to popular...

General

Hammer Toe Exercises That You Can Easily Do At Home

June 1, 2018

Hammer Toe Exercises That You Can Easily Do At Home : Podogo.com If you have been diagnosed with a hammer toe, it is important that you perform exerci...

General

Hammer, Claw, and Mallet Toes-Explore the Differences

June 1, 2018

Hammer, Claw, and Mallet Toes-Explore the Differences Hammer, claw, and mallet toes can all be regarded as toe deformities whereby toes are bent into...

General

Heel pain and plantar fasciitis exercises

June 1, 2018

There are many causes of heel pain but one of the biggest causes is plantar fasciitis which affects under the heel of the foot. Plantar fascia symptom...

General

How Does Cryotherapy Treat Verrucae-

June 1, 2018

How Does Cryotherapy Treat Verrucae? Verrucae, referred to as plantar warts, are rough and small growths that usually appear on the soles of your feet...

General

How To Find The Right Foot Care Centre

June 1, 2018

Though we generally associate foot pain or injuries with athletes, we should not fail to acknowledge the fact that they can be experienced by anyone....

General

How to Choose the Right Verruca Treatment for You-

June 1, 2018

How to Choose the Right Verruca Treatment for You? A verruca, also referred to as plantar warts, can be a persistent problem. Theyappear as growths tr...

General

How to Protect Your Ankle from Sports Related Injuries

June 1, 2018

If you are into sports and fitness activities, then you will be well aware of the fact that ankle injuries are quite common and you may know how to av...

General

Ingrown Toenail Remedies You Can Do at Home

June 1, 2018

Ingrown nails whether on the fingers or toes develop when the side of the nail starts piercing or cutting into the adjacent skin. This can gradually w...

General

Ingrown Toenails and Footwear- Tips for Choosing the Right Shoes

June 1, 2018

Ingrown Toenails and Footwear: Tips for Choosing the Right Shoes An ingrown toenail can be a cause some discomfort and pain. They can become tiresome...

General

Key signs of Sever’s Disease (Heel Pain)

June 1, 2018

Pain in heel "“ usually when weight bearing. Adolescents aged 7-14 years, especially those who are active in sports. Overview The calcaneal tendon (ac...

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Looking after your feet in the cold season

June 1, 2018

Looking after your feet in the cold season Looking After Your Feet during the Cold Season Looking After Your Feet during the Cold Season Winter can be...

General

Metatarsal Stress Fracture- A Small Crack at the Metatarsal Bone

June 1, 2018

A metatarsal stress fracture is basically a small crack that has occurred at the metatarsal bone. The bone is located in your foot and a fracture coul...

General

Metatarsalgia Treatment

June 1, 2018

Metatarsalgia Treatment What is an ingrown toe nail? What causes pain in the ball of the foot when walking? There are a number of possible causes for...

General

Morton_s Neuroma Foot

June 1, 2018

Morton's Neuroma Foot A Morton's Neuroma is a thickened, damaged or irritated nerve between your toes. This can cause pain, discomfort or restriction...

General

National Bunion Day

June 1, 2018

National Bunion Day A bunion is a deformity of the foot involving the big toe joint. This is often painful and can cause a number of secondary problem...

General

New Years Resolution Exercise Tips

June 1, 2018

New Years Resolution Exercise Tips Most people make New Year's resolutions, and the classic one is 'to keep fit and get in shape'. Based on clinical e...

General

Pain Ball of Foot

June 1, 2018

Pain Ball of Foot It is quite common to feel pain and inflammation around the balls of the feet. Podiatrists refer to these symptoms as Metatarsalgia,...

General

Performance Boosters- Maximising Potential with Sports Orthotics

June 1, 2018

Performance Boosters: Maximising Potential with Sports Orthotics Individuals who are active in sports aim to work towards maximising their potential a...

General

Prevention is better. Some advice for foot problems.

June 1, 2018

Of course prevention is better but, what is it that you are trying to prevent? It would be an unrealistic expectation to avoid developing all conditio...

General

Rare or Uncommon Foot Conditions Never be Ignored

June 1, 2018

Foot problems may appear simple but they should never be ignored as they can often become very serious. In most cases, foot conditions are caused by s...

General

Returning to Sports After an Achilles Tendon Rupture

June 1, 2018

An ATR (Achilles tendon rupture) is a rather common injury among individuals who tend to be physically active. This is especially evident among middle...

General

Shin Splints- A Very Common Exercise-Induced Condition

June 1, 2018

Shin Splints: A Very Common Exercise-Induced Condition: Podogo.com Shin Splints Are A Very Common Exercise-Induced Condition. Shin splints actually re...

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Shockwave Therapy and Heel Pain

June 1, 2018

Shockwave Therapy and Heel Pain ESWT (Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy) is a non-invasive surgical procedure that involves sound waves. The sound wave...

General

Should my child see a Podiatrist-

June 1, 2018

Parents often wonder whether their child should see a podiatrist when they are experiencing foot pain or signs of an emerging problem. So when exactly...

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Signs of a stress fracture in the foot

June 1, 2018

Signs of a stress fracture in the foot Signs of a stress fracture in the Foot Stress fracture Unlike a typical fracture where there is a clear break i...

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Sore Feet Pain

June 1, 2018

Sore Feet Pain The term sore feet means what it says "“ pain and discomfort in your feet. There are several symptoms of sore feet that may be mentione...

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Stepping with Comfort- A Guide to Common Foot Conditions

June 1, 2018

Stepping with Comfort: A Guide to Common Foot Conditions There are 26 bones in a human foot, with 33 joints and a minimum of 100 muscles, tendons, and...

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Surgery for Ingrown Toenails

June 1, 2018

Surgery for Ingrown Toenails Ingrown Toenail Surgery | All You Need to Know About it What is an ingrown toe nail? An ingrown toenail is when part of t...

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The Benefits of Shockwave Therapy for Podiatry Patients

June 1, 2018

What is Shockwave Therapy? Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive and highly effective treatment method for various podiatric conditions. Utilising high-...

General

The Importance of Using Specialist Insoles

June 1, 2018

If you are someone who is into hiking, running, backpacking, skiing or cycling, then it is highly probable that you might be affected by foot aches, h...

General

The Latest Advancements in Lapidus Hallux Valgus Surgery

June 1, 2018

The Latest Advancements in Lapidus Hallux Valgus Surgery: Podogo.com The Latest Advancements in Lapidus Hallux Valgus Surgery The Latest Advancements...

General

The Symptoms of Toenail Infection

June 1, 2018

The Symptoms of Toenail Infection: Podogo.com Fungal infections and subsequent symptoms can occur at any part of your nail. It could happen throughout...

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Tips for London Marathon

June 1, 2018

Tips for London Marathon Preparing For The London Marathon Preparing For The London Marathon Preparing for the London Marathon is different for each i...

General

Tips on Wearing High Heels

June 1, 2018

Many women feel that they can't live without them "“ but long-suffering feet often start to rebel after a long period in high heels! So if you can't a...

General

Tips to Walk in Heels

June 1, 2018

Tips to Walk in Heels As you may be planning to wear heels this Valentine's Day, here is some advice to consider from a foot and ankle specialist. All...

General

Top Reasons to Visit a Podiatry Clinic- Caring for Your Feet

June 1, 2018

Top Reasons to Visit a Podiatry Clinic: Caring for Your Feet One of the advantages of getting checked by a podiatrist is that they can examine the con...

General

Transform Your Foot Health with Orthopaedic Insoles

June 1, 2018

Transform Your Foot Health with Orthopaedic Insoles Many people suffer from foot pain and discomfort, it is possible to alleviate some of these issues...

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Treating Sports Injuries- Shockwave Therapy vs. Steroid Injections

June 1, 2018

Sports injuries are a common occurrence among athletes, weekend footballers and beginner joggers. Sports injuries can significantly impact their perfo...

General

Treatment for verrucae and warts

June 1, 2018

Verrucas and warts are very common and are contagious so you should be careful when walking barefoot. They are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV...

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Understanding Flat Feet

June 1, 2018

Understanding Flat Feet Flat feet, also referred to as pes planus, indicate a condition where the arches of your feet have collapsed, this can become...

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Understanding Hammer Toe

June 1, 2018

Understanding Hammer Toe Hammer toe affects your second, fourth, and third toes which causes them to bend at the middle joint, making them appear like...

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Understanding Steroid Injections- A Podiatrist_s Guide

June 1, 2018

What are Steroid Injections? Steroid injections are commonly used in the field of podiatry to alleviate pain and reduce inflammation in the foot and a...

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What You Need to Know About Flat Feet Treatment & Effectiveness of Orthotics

June 1, 2018

What You Need to Know About Flat Feet Treatment & Effectiveness of Orthotics Flat feet, also referred to as fallen arches, is a condition where the ar...

General

What is Fasciitis

June 1, 2018

What is Fasciitis The plantar fascia is a structure under the foot that connects the heel to the metatarsophalangeal joints (MTPJs) or commonly called...

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What is Foot Corn

June 1, 2018

What is Foot Corn Appearance A corn is a bump of hard skin on the foot. They typically appear as a raised hard, yellowish patch of skin that is often...

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What is Orthotic

June 1, 2018

What is Orthotic Orthotics are commonly known as insoles and are worn inside shoes. They ultimately change forces on your foot and can be used for a v...

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What is Verrucae

June 1, 2018

What is Verrucae Verrucae are warts on the foot and are caused by a virus. When present under the foot they can be very painful to walk on, particular...

General

What is a Podiatrist and their training

June 1, 2018

When it comes to taking care of our bodies, our feet often get overlooked. Enter the podiatrist, a healthcare professional dedicated to the health and...

General

What is an Ingrown Toenail

June 1, 2018

What is an Ingrown Toenail What is an ingrown toenail Ingrown toenails occur when the nail starts to pierce the skin and soft flesh surrounding it. Th...

General

What is an ingrown toenail- Podogo

June 1, 2018

What is an ingrown toenail? Podogo What is an ingrown toenail? An ingrown toenail develops when the sides of the toenail cut in to the skin. The body...

General

What is biomechanical gait assessment-

June 1, 2018

A gait analysis and biomechanical assessment are two different types of assessment, they are both ways of examining how your body functions. Biomechan...

General

When Is Surgery Needed for Heel Pain-

June 1, 2018

When Is Surgery Needed for Heel Pain? Heel pain is a common issue that can cause pain whilst standing or walking. There are many cases where heel pain...

General

When is Surgery needed for a Flat Foot Issue-

June 1, 2018

When is Surgery needed for a Flat Foot Issue? Flat foot surgery is intended to correct the present alignment of your feet, ease any pain you may be ex...

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Why should you consult a professional podiatrist for your foot and ankle problem

June 1, 2018

When it comes to managing health problems associated with the feet, plenty of people choose to go to a general physician. However, in such cases a pro...

General

Winter Sports- Skiing and Foot Pain

June 1, 2018

The human foot is a masterpiece of engineering and a work of art* ( Leonardo da Vinci) With winter having arrived I thought it appropriate to provide...

Sports

Need to Know Regarding Football Injuries

May 22, 2018

Need to Know Regarding Football Injuries: Podogo.com Most football injuries happen to be soft tissue injuries, and this is perhaps the only positive t...

Conditions

All You Need To Know About Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis

April 25, 2018

All You Need To Know About Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Podogo.com Rheumatoid Arthritis is a form of autoimmune disease that can cause major join...

Conditions

A Brief Look at Hallux Rigidus

April 17, 2018

A Brief Look at Hallux Rigidus: Podogo.com Hallux Rigidus can be defined as arthritis of the big toe joint. By far it is one of the most common types...

Sports

Preparing for a marathon, what to consider-

April 13, 2018

Preparing for a marathon, what to consider? The Marathon The Marathon It is said that the marathon was originally introduced as a tribute to the dista...

Sports

Podiatry for Athletes

January 26, 2018

When it comes to sport, maintaining good health is essential. For an athlete, this is especially so considering the many ways in which the body is bei...

Lifestyle

Pregnancy and your Feet

September 15, 2017

Your feet are a very important part of your body that are often overlooked and neglected until problems arise. Women that have given birth are more li...

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