Many people find that their feet smell from time to time. But if yours are emitting a constant stench, you may want to chat with a podiatrist. Sometimes, smelly feet can act as an early sign of disease. Because of this, you could benefit from podiatry services.
Offer General Advice
Even if there is no underlying pathology, your podiatrist can offer general advice for banishing smelly feet. You may need to adapt the type of footwear you wear or change how often you wear certain shoes.…
If you suffer from heel pain, your podiatry clinic may prescribe foot orthotics as a method of treatment. What exactly does this mean, and how will it help you?
What they are
Foot orthotics are inserts that fit into your shoes under your feet. They may be soft and sponge-like or much firmer than the soles of most shoes, according to the kind of treatment you need. They are typically made of EVA foam or some type of plastic or acrylic and are not uncomfortable to wear.…
Bunions are a very common foot condition that can be painful and require foot surgery to fix. However, many people do not understand the condition or what can be done to relieve it. This short guide explains bunions in detail, from how to identify one to what you can do about them.
Identifying Bunions
The most obvious symptom of bunions is, of course, the bunion itself: a bony bump at the base of the big toe, which can be red or sore.…
