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How Do I Know When My Orthotics Need Replacing?
At a Glance: When Orthotics Should Be Replaced Orthotics should generally be reviewed by a podiatrist at least once a year to ensure they are still providing the right level of support. The lifespan of orthotics can vary significantly depending on their design,...
Overcome the Pain of Metatarsalgia with the Help of Orthotics
Metatarsalgia is pain in the ball of the foot caused by excessive pressure on the metatarsal bones. The most effective long-term treatment isn’t just cushioning - it’s correcting how pressure moves through your foot. At Feet By Pody in London, detailed gait and...
How to Improve Foot Health: Expert Advice from London Podiatrists
The fastest way to improve foot health is to combine supportive footwear, daily movement, skin care and early professional assessment. Most long-term foot problems develop from mechanical strain, poor footwear and unnoticed skin changes. Addressing these early...
Fungal Nail Infections: Why They Won’t Go Away on Their Own
If your toenails are turning yellow and becoming thick and crumbly, it’s likely that you’ve developed a fungal nail infection. While one of the most common problems we see in our London foot clinics, they’re more than a cosmetic nuisance. This stubborn foot condition...
Wobbly on your Feet? How Foot Problems Increase Your Risk of Falls
A wobble on the stairs, a near-trip on the kerb, a sudden loss of confidence when the pavement is wet. If this sounds familiar, you’re far from alone. Falls become more common with age, with around one in three people over 65 and one in two people over 80 experiencing...
From First Twinge to Surgery: A Complete Guide to Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails often start quietly, a slight twinge when you put your shoes on or a touch of redness in the corner of your nail. However, left untreated they can quickly turn into a painful and debilitating condition. One of the most common foot conditions, ingrown...
Winter Sports and Your Feet: Footwear and Foot Care for the Cold Season
Winter brings the opportunity for all kinds of exhilarating outdoor activities. Lacing up your running shoes on a frosty London morning, gliding round an ice rink or heading to the Alps for a week on the slopes. But cold weather, hard or slippery surfaces and tightly...
How Poor Foot Health Can Affect Your Posture, Knees and Back
Are you suffering from nagging neck tension, persistent knee pain or a dull ache in your lower back? You may be surprised to learn that each of these problems could have a surprising source: your feet. Our feet form the foundation of our entire body. And, as the only...
Four Festive Treats for Your Feet
The busy Christmas and New Year period can be incredibly challenging for your feet. While you’re rushing down Oxford Street in pursuit of the perfect presents, climbing a stepladder to ‘deck the halls’ with festive garlands, and dancing the night away on New Year’s...
Running in the City: Common Foot Injuries Runners Face and How to Prevent Them
London is a city that moves at speed, and many Londoners love nothing more than lacing up their trainers and pounding pavements or dashing through parks. This exhilarating sport boosts your mood and is brilliant for your fitness. But if you’re pounding the city’s...
When to See a Podiatrist Instead of Your GP?
In a busy city like London, your feet work incredibly hard, walking to the tube, navigating crowded streets and standing for hours at work. In this fast-paced urban environment, it can be easy to ignore a bit of soreness or assume that a GP visit will be enough to fix...
Diabetic Foot Care: Why Seeing a Chiropodist Could Save Your Feet
Living with diabetes means more than just managing your blood sugar. Taking care of your feet is a critical part of your healthcare routine, as people with diabetes are ‘much more likely to develop problems with their feet’, according to Diabetes UK. However, most of...