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What is Chiropody | Podiatry?

It is the field of medicine devoted to the treatment of problems related to the foot and ankle.

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Such treatment often brings about improved well-being in other parts of the body, especially the relief of body aches and pain.

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This is because problems and pain in the foot affect both posture and gait – the way we stand and the way we walk.

 

And when we do not stand and walk in a proper, balanced manner, we tend to develop problems such as knee pain, back ache or even pain in the neck.

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A chiropodist is someone trained in the treatment of minor foot disorders and who also provides general footcare advice.

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A chiropody treatment includes cutting of the toenails, the removal of in-grown toenails, callouses and corns and treatment for foot ailments such as plantar warts (verrucae), athlete’s foot, sweaty feet, foot odour and dry / cracked heels.

The Chiropodist | Podiatrist

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Rosalie Q. Tio

Podiatrist, Member of the Institute of Chiropodist and Podiatrists

Chiropodist, International College of Biomechanics, Australia

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As such, chiropodists and podiatrists routinely work with other healthcare professionals who treat musculo-skeletal aches and pain, including osteopaths and chiropractors.

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Padding and strapping are provided where necessary. The person receiving treatment may also be referred to a podiatrist for prescription orthotics, or in-sole foot support.

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In addition, a chiropodist trained in biomechanics (the study of posture and walking) is able to provide

biomechanic assessment to check for flat foot, heel pain, knee pain, bunions, and other problems.

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The treatment is for people of all ages. In particular, diabetics may require professional chiropody foot care.

Conditions We treat :

  • Foot & Ankle Pain

  • Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain)

  • Ingrown Toenail

  • Plantar Warts

  • Flat Foot

  • Corns & Callus

  • Bacterial Skin Infection

  • Nail Care

  • Fungal Skin Infection

  • Fungal Nail

  • Athlete’s Foot

  • High Arch

  • Ankle Instability

  • Interdigital Masceration

  • Achilles Tendonitis

  • Mortons Neuroma

  • Heel Spur

  • Fractures and Sprains

  • Bunions

  • Bursa

  • Childrens’ Feet (Podopediatrics)

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