by blinkweb | Sep 14, 2015 | Treatment
Ball of the foot pain is usually caused by Metatarsalgia or Morton’s Neuroma. However, there are other conditions such as a plantar plate tear, stress-fracture and so on, so it is important to get a correct diagnosis. Metatarsalgia Causes: usually as a result of...
by blinkweb | Sep 14, 2015 | Treatment
An ingrown toenail (onychocryptosis) is often caused by tight footwear, cutting the nails incorrectly or picking the nail. Some people are more prone to ingrown toenails due to the natural shape of their nail. They often reoccur. Regular treatment may be required....
by blinkweb | Sep 14, 2015 | Treatment
Cracked heels can be very painful, the symptoms are pain on weight bearing and thickening of the skin around the heel, this is called callous. Walking barefoot, shoes that are open such as sandals and thin soled shoes can make the symptoms worse. Thick dry skin...
by blinkweb | Sep 14, 2015 | Treatment
A verruca is the growth of a contagious virus (HPV, The Human Papilloma Virus) that invades the skin through small cuts or abrasions on its surface. There are over 60 different strains of HPV. Verrucae are slightly raised and circular in shape, with a thickened rim of...
by blinkweb | Sep 14, 2015 | Treatment
Fungal Foot and Nail Infections are very common. Fungal foot infections are commonly referred to as Athlete’s Foot. Causes: A highly contagious fungal infection. Thrives in warm, moist conditions. Appearance: Skin – can be itching between the toes, cracked...