Hello and welcome to The Foot Lab Glossop’s blog page. Our podiatry blogs will discuss and advise you on the proper care of your feet and ankles and other common conditions that you may be experiencing.
Our goal is to provide you with the best information on how to take care of your feet and make you feel comfortable to ask us any questions you may have regarding your overall foot health. If you have any questions regarding your foot health that aren't covered in this blog, feel free to contact us, and we'll be happy to help!
Thanks for reading, and we hope one of our blogs has helped!
More often than not, foot and back care during pregnancy is neglected. Proper care is usually only sought out towards the end of the term when the women can no longer reach their feet and their backs begin to seize. Luckily, there are many chiropractors out there who specialise in back and skeletal problems associated with pregnancy, including pre and post-partum.
Read MoreThere are a lot of people who would rather ignore the fact they have smelly feet, but it can be a sign of a potential medical condition. If you have experienced this, don't hesitate to visit your podiatrist and discuss your options.
Read MoreThe medical field is incredibly ample, and often it can be confusing for many individuals to determine what kind of doctor they need. Among the common confusions is the patient’s ability to distinguish a podiatrist from an orthopedist. Both of these medical professions have a lot in common, which is why many tend to think they are one and the same, but they are not.
Read MoreIf you're looking for the best ways to keep your feet looking and feeling great, we're here to help. Our foot care guide is full of easy-to-follow tips that can take your foot care routine to the next level.
Read MorePeople with diabetes are much more likely to suffer nerve damage, circulation problems, and infections, all directly affecting the feet. Diabetes can significantly reduce the blood supply to the feet, meaning a loss of feeling causing a condition known as peripheral neuropathy.
Read MoreTreating fungal nail infections, or onychomycosis doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Not only are there plenty of ways to prevent such conditions in the first place, but with professional assistance, fungal nail infections can be easily treated. Find out more in our latest post.
Read MoreAchilles tendinopathy is a condition that causes a great deal of pain, swelling and stiffness of the Achilles tendon that joins your heel bone to your calf muscles. Unfortunately, symptoms surrounding this condition usually lasts several weeks and occur most often after exercise or first thing in the morning. Achilles tendinopathy can be diagnosed after a lengthy history of symptoms; ultrasound scans will assist in diagnosis.
Read MoreSummertime, the sweltering weather, new shoes and sandals are all extremely attractive for blisters. This blog will provide everything you need to know about blisters and how they can be prevented!
Read MoreOur feet are exceptionally delicate, especially for people suffering from diabetes. Therefore, if you are so unfortunate to suffer from this terrible condition, the sooner you begin to focus on proactive foot care, the better!
Read MoreBlisters, these horrible fluid-filled lumps, are formed via damaged skin. Within hours a small amount of friction rub from your shoes can cause a blister, but these simple prevention tricks can keep those pesky blisters from spoiling your adventures.
Read MoreResearch has found that most individuals within their lifetime will develop a wart. Many of these people will often mistake a wart for a verruca found on the bottom of your foot.
Read MoreIt is common knowledge that moisture-wicking socks keep moisture away from the feet, but not so known as to how. Find out how moisture-wicking socks achieve the impossible in this blog.
Read MoreYou may feel as though you are in for a whole lot of foot pain this 2021; after all, you’re bound to partake in a whole lot of standing, walking, and other activities that may put pressure and stress on your lower limbs.
However, I’m here to tell you that does not need to be the case; here are a few tips to keep you fresh on your feet this year!
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