Why is lacing important? Lacing is important as it affects how our footwear fits and how it functions, it may make the difference in comfortable feet after 5, 10 or 20 km. You can tie up your shoes for narrow or wide feet, to relieve pressure on big toes or smaller toes, for high arches […]
What is a Triage Call?
At Zest Podiatry & Physio a triage call is a complementary telephone call lasting up to 10 minutes. It is with one of the clinicians to confirm your issues and discuss what appointment is suitable for you. You can book this directly online. Why do we do this? During your triage call and due to […]
What is Sports Massage?
Sports massage is a form of targeted soft tissue therapy that uses a range of techniques to help: keep us moving relax the body relieve muscular tension break down soft tissue adhesions reduce pain Who is it appropriate for? Sports massage is great for anyone that exercises regularly, but you do not have to be […]
What is Exercise Rehab?
Exercise rehab is an individually tailored set of exercises to help patients recover from injury without limitations on what they are able to do. When working with athletes, exercise rehabilitation plays a key role in maintaining fitness. This helps avoid global deconditioning, thus not reducing the ability to return to sport. While many patients may […]
Lets heal heel pain
Heel pain can be very distressing and can stop you enjoying life or taking part in active pursuits. Here are some recommended at home tips from us and lets heal heel pain. What can you do to help yourself Footwear review/change – wear footwear that is suited for the activity you are doing and be […]
