Podiatry@belmont is stocking Humphrey Law socks. Humphrey Law uses natural fibres: fine merino wool, alpaca, cotton and wool blends. Podiatry@belmont is stocking 60% wool blend health socks in men’s and women’s – plain colours and patterned socks. Health socks stay up through a special graduated knitting technique which matches the natural taper of the leg,...
Read moreWinter is upon us and our feet can feel the cold. Chilblains (also called pernio or perniosis) are small, itchy, red or purple swellings on the skin that occur as a reaction to cold temperatures. They often affect the toes, fingers, nose, and ears and are more common in people with poor circulation. 🔍 Causes...
Read moreA common symptom of diabetes is damage to the nerves in your feet. The damaged nerve function is called neuropathy, and about up to half of all people with diabetes have some form of nerve damage. because of the loss of sensation in the foot, recognising when you have injured your foot is less likely...
Read moreThe weather is changing, and cold mornings are upon us. It is tempting to place our feet in front of a heater or use an electric blanket to warm them up. These changes in extreme temperatures can lead to the formation of chilblains. Chilblains present as red, itchy lumps on the toes that can burn...
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