by Nicolas Ivanoff | Dec 17, 2018 | Chiropody
As we head into the coldest months of the year, it’s time to think about keeping our feet warm and healthy. It’s well known that our feet play a huge part in our ability to regulate our body temperature, and while comfort is a good enough reason to keep your toes...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Dec 3, 2018 | General
While your baby is learning to walk inside, it’s recommended that you leave them to go barefoot. This helps them develop their balance and doesn’t restrict the development of their feet. But when they’re ready to get going outside, it’s time for another milestone:...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Nov 19, 2018 | General
Since the 1950s, pointed shoes have been a fashion statement. Whether they’re skyscraper stilettos or sensible flats, shoes with pointed toes can be big trouble. Alongside other forms of footwear including ultra-high heels and flip-flops, WebMD classes pointed shoes...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Oct 29, 2018 | General
When a child is born, it has only 22 partially developed bones in its feet: baby’s feet are a mass of cartilage, which develop as they grow until their late teens, when they have 26 fully developed adult bones. With so much physical development taking place in our...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Oct 15, 2018 | General
At Feet By Pody, we make, fit and review prescription orthotics for our patients. You might be aware that orthotic inserts can help reduce pain and discomfort for people suffering from a variety of problems. But what are they, and how do they actually work? Here’s our...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Oct 1, 2018 | General
Having dry, unsightly, cracked heels is a problem many of us will face at some point. Left untreated, cracks can become deep, painful and can even bleed, leading to major discomfort and the possibility of infection if left untreated. A national study in America...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Sep 17, 2018 | General
Pregnancy is a time of great physical change. While you may notice slight changes in your skin and hair condition along with the more obvious changes to your body, should there be any changes to your feet? Here’s our guide to what to look for and how to keep your feet...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Sep 3, 2018 | General
While having your toenails painted in a rainbow of bright colours can be a popular choice during the warmer months to show off in your flip-flops, what are the health benefits – and risks – of getting a pedicure? The Good: Benefits of a Pedicure While many health...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Aug 20, 2018 | General
Our specialist London podiatrists diagnose a range of foot injuries and conditions that require treatment by dry needling. But what is dry needling and when might it be the right course of treatment for you? Here’s everything you need to know. What Is Dry Needling?...
by Nicolas Ivanoff | Aug 6, 2018 | General
They might sound as if they belong on a pair of cowboy boots, but heel spurs are actually a painful and potentially debilitating foot condition. If calcium deposits accumulate on the heel bone, they may develop into pointy or hook-shaped growths, which are often...
