Friday, 6 November 2015

Podiatry and the Holistic View

A chiropodist likes to take a holistic view of your health, even 
though they are just treating your feet. A chiropodist will begin asking 
you a detailed history of all issues relating to your health and feet, 
this is why we recommend tracking your health concerns. For example many 
athletes are interested in buying supplements and other supplements not realizing the full effects it will on their 
body given the extra amount of growth hormone that is produced as an 
effect. Athelets feel they can exercise/run longer not realizing the 
damage that can be done to the foot as a side result of supplementing 
this, this is an issue that should be reported to a chiropodist.

 

A musculoskeletal assesment is in order after the nutrition history 
and then the exact problem is identified, underlying biomechanical 
problems are pointed out as contributing factors to the foot pain. The 
most common problems are flat feet, high or rigid arches, weakness is 
feet. A therapist will work to develop a well documented rigid treatment 
for you that takes into account your general health, nutrition, 
lifestyle and costs.

 

Chiropodists can additionally provide the following services as well:

 

  • Nail surgery

  • Gentle reduction of dry, callused skin and removal of corns

  • Wart treatment

  • Custom and off the shelf orthotics

  • Professionally fitted shoes

  • Custom shoes

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After your first visit and general consultation, you may need to go 
in at regular intervals to make sure the treatment provided is effective 
and best suits your lifestyle. Additionally you may get help or ask any 
questions you have at this point during the follow up visit.

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