Podiatry

21 Feb Podiatrist shoe review

Shoe Review: Mizuno Wave Rider 22 – our Glen Iris Podiatrist has her say… “After compressing my old runners, sliding into my new Mizuno Wave Rider 22 is like a breath of lightness and responsiveness, without losing any aspects of cushioning under the foot! I am...

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05 Feb Summer skin – callus and cracked heels

Why do my heels split open in the summer months? In warm weather and especially around Glen Iris, sandals, wedges and high heels are the trend, and thongs are worn to the beach or pool. These forms of open footwear worn in the summer months cause...

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21 Jan Podiatry School Shoes Tips

Are you needing back-to-school shoes? Buying school shoes is one of the biggest challenges of the new year! For starters, kids are so fussy and seem to ‘need’ the latest trend to match their mates, but they are also growing at a fast rate! Knowing that...

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foot pain and ankle pain

01 Oct Arthritis and your feet

Did you know that 1 in 6 people in Australia suffer from arthritis? It is the leading cause of chronic pain and the second most common cause of disability and retirement. Any joint in your feet, including the toes, can be affected by arthritis. Osteoarthritis is...

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22 Jan Back-to-School Shoes

Buying school shoes is one of the biggest challenges of the new year! For starters, kids are so fussy and seem to ‘need’ the latest trend to match their mates, but they are also growing at a fast rate! Knowing that they could ruin their...

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18 Dec Summer footwear tips from our Podiatrist

Keep cool this summer with the latest trends in quality summer sandals and footwear   Who would have thought that Birkenstock re-entered the fashion sandal scene a only a few years ago after being perceived as somewhat ugly!? Well Birkenstocks are here to stay this summer season...

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31 Mar Heel Pain / Plantar Fasciitis

10% of adults will suffer with heel pain in their lifetime (Riddle 2004), with Plantar fasciitis the most common cause of heel pain.  Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition of tissue damage at the attachment of the plantar fascia to the underside of the foot....

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