Dapto Podiatry Clinic

Open late night Thursdays, all general podiatry, prevention, diagnosis & treatment for conditions with feet & lower limbs.A podiatrist is a health professional who deals with the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of medical and surgical conditions of the feet and lower limbs.Any sport which involves walking, running, standing or jumping places greater physical demands on our body than normal day-to-day activities. Injuries to the foot and lower limb make up a large proportion of sporting injuries. Podiatrists examine the foot and lower limb, have knowledge of the biomechanics of athletic movement, diagnose foot conditions and can recommend appropriate footwear, training regimens, and, if needed, orthotic devices to fit into the sports shoe.Podiatrists diagnose and treat both common and more rare skin and nail pathologies of the feet. Podiatrists play an important role in maintaining the mobility of many elderly disabled people and others. This achieved through the ongoing monitoring of foot health, in particular of those with circulation problems and diabetes.Some occupations are more prone than others to foot problems as a result of standing on hard surfaces for long periods. Hairdressers, factory workers & nurses are examples of those from professionals likely to develop long-term problems unless preventative measures are taken. Podiatrists seek to address some of the issues responsible for foot problems & can advise on occupational foot health & safety. This can sometimes involve the prescription of orthoses or surgical advice.