With the new year come new hopes, dreams, resolutions and goals but, for some, simply walking more comfortably or running without pain may be the biggest achievement of all. At Posture Podiatry, our primary focus is always on helping our clients resolve their pain first and foremost. Our secondary focus then becomes prevention of recurrence so you’re free to do the activities you enjoy the most.
Once a problem has been managed successfully, we’ll empower our clients to take control and provide expert guidance on how to best prevent any recurrence or flare up of painful symptoms.
Common Problems Treated By Our Podiatrists
Just so you know you’re not alone, some of the common foot problems encountered at Posture Podiatry include:
- Plantar heel pain (commonly known as plantar fasciitis);
- Heel pain in children (commonly referred to as Sever’s Disease);
- Achilles tendon injury and calf muscle strain;
- Ingrown toe nails;
- Aching feet;
- Metatarsalgia or pain in the forefoot;
- Corns and calluses;
- Bunions;
- Ankle instability, sprains and strains;
- Arthritis and joint restriction.
When it comes to foot pain and leg alignment, any problems present in the feet can frequently affect your structure further up the leg. Some of the main problems we encounter above the feet include:
- Shin pain or shin splints;
- Knee pain;
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome ( ITB pain on the outside of the knee/thigh);
- Hip pain (sometimes referred to as greater trochanter bursitis);
- Back pain related to posture, pelvic instability or poor symmetry.
Is That All Our Podiatrists Treat?
Overuse problems, sports injuries and the 15 foot and leg problems mentioned above are common injuries we encounter but are by no means a complete list of the problems we treat. They’re simply common examples we see in an average week.
We are often asked the question…
What Does A Podiatrist Really Do?
We decided to put together a list of the top 100 foot pain, leg problems and postural complaints a Podiatrist may encounter over the year.
Naturally, some problems are more common in hospitals than private practice (e.g. gangrene and amputation) so we’ve excluded them from our list below. Nevertheless, it’s important to remember that Australian’s still undergo 4,400 Diabetic related amputations annually which can be prevented with early detection and regular check-ups with your Podiatrist.
Anyway, for those still wondering what a Podiatrist does, here’s our top 100 foot, leg and postural problems we encounter:
- Abducted Gait
- Achilles Tendinosis
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Aching Feet
- Ankle Pain & Instability
- Ankle Sprain
- Apophysitis
- Arthritis
- Athletes Foot
- Back Pain
- Blisters
- Bone Spur
- Bottom of Foot Pain
- Broken or Fractured Toes
- Bunions
- Burning Feet
- Bursitis
- Capsulitis
- Cavus Feet
- Charcot Foot
- Circulation Problems
- Cold Foot Complaints
- Compartment Syndrome
- Corns and Calluses
- Cracked Heels and Splitting Skin
- Cuboid Syndrome
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Diabetic Foot Disorders
- Dry Skin
- Eczema
- Equinus
- Flat Feet and Hypermobility
- Foot Blisters
- Foot Odour
- Fracture
- Freiberg’s Disease
- Gait Abnormalities
- Ganglion Cyst of the foot
- Gout
- Growing Pains in Children
- Hallux Limitus
- Hallux Valgus
- Hammer Toes
- Heel Bone Spurs
- Heel Fissure
- Heel Pain and Heel Spurs
- High Arched Feet
- Hip Pain and Greater Trochanter Bursitis
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB)
- Ingrown Toe Nails
- Intoeing or Intoe Gait
- IPK (Intractable Plantar Keratomas)
- Juvenile Bunions
- Knee Arthritis
- Kohler’s Disease
- Lateral Column Pain
- Limb Length Discrepancy
- Lisfranc Joint Injury
- Mallet Toes
- Metatarsalgia
- Morton’s Neuroma
- Nail Fungus
- Neuropathy
- Night Cramps
- Onychomycosis
- Onychocryptosis
- Os Peroneum
- Osteomyelitis
- Osteoporosis
- Os Trigonum
- Os Tibiale Naviculare
- Overlapping Toes
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Plantar Warts
- Psoriasis
- Restless Legs
- Runners Knee
- Runners Toe
- Sesamoiditis
- Sever’s Disease (heel pain in children)
- Shin Splints
- Sinus Tarsi Syndrome
- Stress Fracture
- Talar Dome Fracture
- Tarsal Coalition
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- Tendonitis
- Tendinosis
- Tendinopathy
- Tibialis Posterior Tendinitis
- Tibialis Posterior Tendon Dysfunction
- Tibialis Posterior Tendinopathy
- Tinea Pedis
- Toe Nail Fungus
- Toe Walking
- Top of Foot Pain
- Tumours
- Turf Toe
- Ulcers
- Verrucae
Please remember: This list is only our top 100. One should always be aware of possible melanoma for any unusual spots on the feet. Don’t hesitate in getting these checked if you notice anything unusual.
How Can Posture Podiatry Help You?
We’re experienced Adelaide Podiatrists with a thorough understanding of pathology, foot pain, biomechanics and leg function. We know what’s normal and what’s not. Some of the assessment and treatment modalities we use include:
- Complete Historical Assessment
- Medical Imaging Prescription if needed
- Thorough Examination & Analysis
- Specific Personal Treatment Plans
- Massage
- Stretching
- Strengthening
- Exercise Prescription
- Foot Mobilisation
- Manipulation
- Orthotic Prescription (Soft & Semi-Firm Orthotics specific to individual needs)
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT)
- Strapping & Padding
- Splinting & Bracing
- Acupuncture
- Dry Needling
- Palliative Care
- Corn and Callus Removal
- Ingrown Nail Treatment
- Chemical Cautery for wart treatment
- Footwear Prescription
- Training Advice & Modification
- Referral & Communication with your GP &/or healthcare providers
You can be certain we know exactly what tools to employ at just the right time to diagnose your problem and resolve your issues. Our Podiatrists have over 40 years of combined clinical experience so you can be sure you’re in good hands when it comes to achieving the best possible outcome.
If you, or someone you care for, would like to schedule an appointment, please call us on 8362 5900 or book online at: https://posturepodiatry.com.au/contact-us/
