What is Run3D: It is a sophisticated gait analysis tool that measures your gait in 3 dimensions – either walking or running. Unlike the video capture of your gait at the running shop, 3D capture brings a whole new level of information that only used to be possible in a hospital setting or for elite […]
Podiatry is a the treatment of disorders of the foot and ankle. It is the new name given to chiropody in 1993. Podiatrists are healthcare professionals. They have been trained to diagnose and treat abnormal conditions of the feet and lower limbs.
Podiatry includes the treatment of minor ailments, such as ingrown toenails. It can also include surgery to improve chronic conditions such as bunions or foot pain. It is used increasingly to help reduce complications associated with long term medical conditions. These medical conditions include diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and heart disease.
14 universities in the UK and Republic of Ireland offering a full time Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Podiatry / Podiactric Medicine in the UK. The course takes 3 or 4 years to complete depending on where you choose to study. The degree course involves clinical work with patients, both in academic & placement environment.
Continued growth in the demand for medical and surgical care of the foot and ankle will stem from the aging population. Useful in helping to maintain mobility in the elderly, disabled or injured. Employment is projected to grow 6% from 2018 to 2028.
Abingdon Marathon 2022
The Abingdon Marathon 2022 opens this week, entry is available to book from 11th March 2022. Race is October 23rd 2022. Why enter the Abingdon marathon? The Abingdon marathon is a flat track which is great for first-time marathoners. It is a small marathon, thus only small number of participant spaces, the organisers are expecting […]
Podiatrists Heal Heels #PodsHealHeels
What is #PodsHealHeels? #PodsHealHeels is a national campaign to build awareness of what podiatrists can do. Why Heels? 10% of people experience heel pain. It is the most common sports injury, and those long distance runners, with 10% of runners experiencing pain. What can a podiatrist do? The lower limb, especially the foot, is our […]
Gout
Gout is a type of arthritis. It is inflammation of joints by uric acid crystals. How do you develop gout? Our bodies naturally break down purines, producing a waste product known as uric acid. Purines are a type of protein found in some food we eat, and in all our cells. Humans are not very […]
Nail picking and biting
Nail picking and biting disorders are known clinically as onychotillomania and onychophagia. Biting of the nail includes the nail plate, soft tissues of the nail bed and the cuticle. Picking can include manipulation and picking of the same nail areas as biting. Picking and biting at uneven nails isn’t normally a cause for concern, but […]