Chiropody covers far more than just the routine cutting of nails and day to day care. Every State Registered Chiropodist is medically trained in their speciality and is experienced in all aspects of care from the knee downwards, from simple nail care, verrucae, corns and bunions to diabetic ulcers and gangrene.
At every visit, even if it is needed just because you are unable to cut your toe nails, a State Registered Chiropodist will always check the circulation, skin tone and texture and many other signs of general health. A State Registered Chiropodist is trained and licensed to diagnose all
We treat and provide advice for all common disorders of the foot and lower limb such as;
- Corns
- Calluses
- Verrucae
- Plantar Fasctiitis
- Heel Pain
- Flat Feet (over pronation)
- High Arched Feet
- Bunions
- Blisters
- Ulcers
- Cracked Skin Fissures
- Dry Skin
- Athletes Foot
- Gout
- Diabetes and provide full Diabetic Foot Assessment and treatment.
We also treat nail problems such as ingrown nails, fungal nails, and thick nails and offer a permanent solution of ingrown toe nails with surgery under local anaesthetic; Biomechanical problems such as 'flat feet' and related problems such as knee, leg and back pains; Gait analysis; sports injuries and biomechanical enhancement of the foot with orthotics to optimise performance and reduce the risk of injury; Paediatric foot problems; Diabetic foot assessments and treatments; Custom-made insoles, appliances and orthotics for arthritic or painful conditions.
Gill Newhouse BSc (HONS) SRCh MChS HPC Registered
You can get more information about Gill on her website www.gillnewhousepodiatry.co.uk