Podiatry Week in 2024 will take place in Australia from October 14 to 20. This event focuses on raising awareness about the podiatry profession and the critical role podiatrists play in maintaining foot health. During this week, various campaigns and activities are organized to promote the profession, address misconceptions, and encourage people to consider podiatry...
Read moreGet Professionally Measured: Visit a ski shop where a professional can measure your feet for length, width, and arch height. Know Your Skill Level: Different boots cater to different skill levels. Beginners may prefer softer boots for comfort, while advanced skiers often opt for stiffer boots for better control. Wear Proper Socks: Use thin, moisture-wicking...
Read moreTaking care of your feet in summer is important to ensure comfort and prevent various foot problems. Here are some footcare hints for warm weather: Hygiene: Wash your feet daily with soap and water, paying attention to the spaces between your toes. Keep your toenails trimmed and clean to prevent ingrown toenails and fungal infections....
Read moreWhile you are spending more time at home, devoting a few minutes a day on your foot care and choosing the right shoes to wear can keep you comfortable and free from pain. Here are a few things you can do to keep your feet healthy during lockdown. Wash your feet each day with soap...
Read moreSpring is here and we all like to buy new shoes. Our Geelong podiatrists recommend the following steps to ensure your feet stay well-protected and healthy. PUSH – Pushing the back ends of your shoes inwards will tell you how much support your shoes provide. If the back end stays firm, the shoe is robust...
Read moreThe cold weather has arrived and your feet need to be cared for during the cooler months. Our Geelong Podiatrists provide some simple steps to look after your feet during winter: Protect your feet from the cold with clean well-fitting natural fibre socks (cotton, wool or bamboo). Wear well-fitting footwear both inside and outside during...
Read moreWHAT ARE CORNS AND CALLOUSES? Corns and callous are a thickening of the surface layer of the skin in response to extra friction on pressure areas of your foot. The development of corns and callous is the body’s defence system to protect tissue. Hard patches of skin are called callouses and if the pressure is...
Read moreDifferent stages of children’s development require different approaches to protecting the needs of their feet. An infant should be kept unrestrained to enable the initial growth of muscles, ligaments, tendons and nerves in the feet. If the weather is cooler, adequate fitting socks can be worn to support the foot agility and still keep the...
Read moreGet ready for back to school with our Geelong podiatrists tips on the right school shoes for your child. Your children’s feet will spend most of their growth period in school shoes with their feet always on the move; standing, running, jumping, skipping, walking and sitting. Buying shoes that support your child’s feet should be...
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