Staying on top of market trends – minimalist shoes to maximalist shoes
SPORTS PODIATRIST- SEAN FARNAN “All for one and one for all. Not when it comes to footwear!” The shoe market is ever in flux. Advancements in the understanding of biomechanics and material science drive innovation in the footwear market, however, market/fashion trends and the need to always produce something new are also leading factors for […]
Understanding Heel Spurs: Treatment and Prevention Tips
When your feet are in good shape, you stride forward without really thinking about it. You can walk, run or jump as much as you like, enjoying an active life with your family and friends. It’s a different story when your heel hurts, though. Heel pain can make you count every step carefully, slowing you […]
Self-Care for Morton’s Neuroma Relief
Do you remember the episode of “Friends” where Monica purchased expensive high-heeled boots? After convincing her husband Chandler that they were a great investment and she’d get a lot of use out of them, she discovered that they hurt her feet so much that they were practically impossible to wear! For many, experiencing that pain […]
Understanding and Preventing Ingrown Toenails
The Ellen DeGeneres Show ran for 19 seasons, during which Ellen interviewed practically everyone from President Obama to Taylor Swift. There were more than a few awkward moments over the years, including the time Ellen was forced to examine Mark Wahlberg’s big toe. Why? Because the actor was recovering from surgery to remove a painful […]
Demystifying Foot Odour
Katie will always remember one particular Christmas when she was a teenager, and five separate friends gave her scented foot cream! Thankfully, Katie saw the funny side, but it made her think about how to look after her feet. As any parent of teenage boys can attest, smelly feet (bromodosis) are very common. Thankfully, there […]
Relieving Plantar Fasciitis: A Podiatrist’s Approach
It’s well-established that walking is good for your health. Increasing your step count by 1,000 a day can lead to a 10% reduction in the risk of metabolic syndrome and may reduce the risk of dying prematurely from any cause by 6%. Those who took 10,000 steps or more daily reduced their risk of premature […]
