What to Do If You Get a Bunion
A bunion is a painful and often progressive foot deformity that affects the joint at the base of the big toe (the first metatarsophalangeal joint). It forms when the big toe starts leaning toward the second toe, creating a visible bony bump on the side of the foot....
Choosing the Best School Shoes for Your Child’s Foot Health
Back-to-school shopping often means tick-boxes for uniforms, stationery, and bags. But when it comes to school shoes, it’s not just about style or brand—it’s about protecting your child’s growing feet. Children wear school shoes for 30+ hours a week, so choosing...
Corns And Calluses: Causes, Prevention and Effective Treatment
Corns and calluses are two of the most common foot complaints, yet many people confuse the two. While both involve a buildup of thickened skin, they differ in their appearance, cause, and the discomfort they bring. If you’re struggling with painful or unsightly...
Are Your Work Shoes Damaging Your Feet? Here’s What to Look for
You’ll almost certainly have specific shoes for work, whether your job requires specialist footwear (such as non-conductive electrical hazard boots) or not. But if you can’t wait to kick off your work shoes when you get home because your feet are tired, sore, or...
Smelly Feet? Why Foot Odour Is Worse for Teenagers
Smelly feet are a common and often frustrating issue for teenagers and their parents. If you’ve noticed your teen’s feet smell worse than they used to, you’re not imagining it. While anyone can suffer from foot odour (or bromodosis), teenagers are especially prone to...
What You Should Do If You Fall Over
If you fall over, stay calm, lie still, and check for injuries. If you’re hurt or feel weak, call for help. If uninjured, roll onto your side, get onto your hands and knees, and then slowly stand using a stable object for support. Sit and rest before deciding whether...
Foot Drop: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
An individual with foot drop (also called drop foot and dropped foot) finds it difficult or impossible to lift the front of their foot. Their brain emits movement signals, but the foot and ankle don’t respond properly due to nerve and muscle issues. Foot drop is most...
Why Verruca Needling Is Different
Verruca needling is an innovative, impressive treatment for verrucae, the troublesome warts that grow on the bottom of people’s feet and often form clusters. Also called Falknor’s needling, this minor surgical procedure is one of several superb verruca treatments...