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The services provided by podiatrists are necessary parts of individual's overall health. Podiatrists are health professionals who deal exclusively with the conditions affecting the human foot and health issues associated with the lower limbs resulting from faulty biomechanics or alignment of the foot. With a strong focus on service in mind, the aim of podiatry clinics is to improve the patients' mobility and prevent further foot complications. For example, the Podiatrists employed at Peel Podiatry Clinic in Mandurah are University qualified and registered with the Podiatrist's Registration Board of Australia and are continually upgrading their skills and knowledge through further education and training. Common conditions treated by our Podiatrists include:
Heel spur or plantar fasciitis: Sometimes, a bony outgrowth can be very painful. It is associated with pain and inflammation of the plantar fascia. Ultrasound exams establish thickening of the plantar fascia. To reverse the effects of heel spurs, orthoses and shockwave therapy is recommended.
Ingrown toenail: To reduce the pain of ingrown toenails, normal treatment, as well as surgeries, are done.
Corn and callus: For treating painful corn and callus, patients should take advice from professionals. Trimming and insoles are offered at Peel podiatry clinics.
Plantar warts/verrucae: Advanced chemical treatment procedures are implemented for treating plantar warts and verrucae.
Knee pain: From just a simple knee pain, it could be knee arthritisor patellofemoral syndrome. Podiatrists and foot orthotics and exercises to reduce the knee pain.
Leg length discrepancy: A range of treatment services include custom orthotics, stretching, and footwear advice.
Achilles tendonitis: is pain and inflammation over the Achilles tendon. It is commonly seen in running and jumping sports. Treatment include foot orthoses, shockwave, good supportive footwear and physical therapy.
Toenail Fungal infection: Signs of fungal toenail infection include nails that are discoloured (white or yellow), brittle, crumbly or ragged, thickened, distorted in shape and separated from the nail bed. Treatment offered at Peel Podiatry Clinic include PACT® Antifungal Therapy.
Diabetes foot care and assessment: The health condition is diagnosed with the help of foot screening or Semmes Weinstein Monofilament Test. On the basis of it, diabetic foot care treatment is offered.
Shin splints: This is a common health issue suffered by sports person. A professional sports podiatrist Mandurah offers valuable tips and show the steps of physical therapyand foot orthoses.
Sporting injuries of the foot and ankle: Different types of foot and ankle injuries are treated by eminent orthotics practicing in the Peel region.
Children foot deformities and walking disorders regarding in-toeing or out-toeing: Congenital or acquired walking disorders and foot deformities of children are treated by Peel Podiatry Clinic.
Miscellaneous foot conditions: Apart from the above-mentioned medical services, podiatrists also offer remedies for a painful foot with poor shock absorption, flat foot, conditions occurring in the leg, hip or back related to faulty mechanics of the foot and ankle and postural and gait problems.
You always do not need a referral to see a podiatrist in Western Australia.
Areas of Special Interest
- Pediatrics
- Sports medicine
- Foot orthoses
- Geriatric
The natives of the Peel region in Western Australia could avail the affordable treatment facilities offered at PeelPodiatry Clinic. The friendly and personalised care offered here are invaluable for regaining health in a quick succession, walk freely and lead a normal, happy life. Let the foot injury do not dictate your life further.
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