Align HC – Podiatrist Preston: Comprehensive Foot and Lower Limb Care in Melbourne

Why Proper Foot Care is Important

Foot pain or discomfort can significantly impact one's daily life, making it difficult to work, socialize, and relax. It's essential to seek professional help as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening. The team at Align Health Collective – Podiatrist Preston understands the importance of proper foot care, especially for athletes and individuals with mobility issues.

By providing comprehensive foot and lower limb care, the clinic helps individuals lead happier and healthier lives by alleviating pain and discomfort in their feet and lower limb. The specialists at Align Health Collective – Podiatrist Preston take a professional approach to each client, ensuring that they receive the best possible care. Click here to learn more.

Nail and callus care

If you’re suffering from painful feet, then you should seek help from a podiatrist. A Podiatrist Preston can provide you with effective treatment for your condition. They can provide nail cutting, callus removal and more. They also offer biomechanical assessments and orthotic prescriptions.

The team at Align Health Collective - Podiatrist Preston is committed to providing evidence-based treatments and diagnostics, ensuring that each client receives the best care possible. They also take the time to get to know their patients, which helps them address their specific needs.

They treat a wide variety of problems including corns and callus, ingrown nails, fungal infections, verrucae, sports injuries, athlete’s foot and more. They can also prescribe orthotics and carry out diabetic foot checks.

The team at Northern Podiatry is dedicated to providing a high standard of care for the people in the local community and surrounding areas. They have a large clinic in the Northern Suburbs and are equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Their goal is to give clients pain-free, healthy feet and back to their normal activities in the quickest amount of time possible. They are committed to staying up to date with the latest developments in the field of podiatry and can treat a wide range of foot conditions.

Orthotics

Orthotics can help to alleviate pain from a wide variety of foot and ankle problems. These include heel pain from plantar fasciitis, midfoot and forefoot pain from neuroma or Achilles tendinopathy, as well as pain in the knees, hips and lower back due to prolonged standing or walking.

A podiatrist may prescribe an orthotic if they feel that it can help to relieve the pain and discomfort caused by a foot or ankle problem. They are often a part of a treatment plan that also includes footwear advice, physical therapy exercises and sometimes medication.

Podiatrist Preston uses a range of methods to create personalised orthotics. These include a biomechanical assessment, weight-bearing video or visual gait analysis and casting.

The clinical assessment process is designed to take into account your personal requirements, activity level and goals. This combined with a detailed exam of your feet and posture is then used to determine the best possible orthotics for your foot and leg needs.

The orthotics are then manufactured and fitted to your feet. This is done using a range of different casting methods and materials depending on your foot shape and the type of problem you’re suffering from. Once the orthotics have been created, we will arrange a follow up appointment to check how they’re working for you and make any necessary adjustments.

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What is callus in nails?  

Callus in nails is a condition in which the nail becomes thickened and hard due to repeated pressure or injury. It can cause pain and can be unsightly. It is commonly seen in people who use their hands often or who have frequent manicures and pedicures. 

What causes calluses around fingernails?  

Calluses around fingernails are usually caused by repeated friction or pressure on the finger. This friction or pressure can be caused by activities such as typing, playing a musical instrument, or by wearing tight-fitting rings. Calluses can also be caused by the habit of biting or picking at the fingernails. 

What do orthotics do?  

Orthotics are custommade shoe inserts designed to support, align, and correct your feet and lower limbs. They can help correct overpronation (flat feet), improve balance, relieve pain in the feet and lower limbs, and improve the function of the feet. Orthotics can also improve your posture and gait, helping you to move more efficiently. 

Who needs orthotics?  

Orthotics are designed to correct abnormal or irregular walking patterns or provide support to the feet, ankles and legs. They are most commonly used to treat conditions such as bunions, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, arthritis, and Achilles tendonitis. People who have flat feet, high arches, or poor posture may also benefit from orthotics. 

What is a good foot care routine?  

1. Wash your feet daily with warm, soapy water and dry them thoroughly.  2. Trim your toenails straight across to prevent ingrown toenails.  3. Moisturize your feet with a cream or lotion to keep skin healthy and hydrated.  4. Wear supportive, well-fitting shoes to protect your feet from injury.  5. Wear socks made of natural fibers such as cotton or wool to absorb sweat and keep your feet dry.  6. Check your feet regularly for any signs of infection or injury.  7. Seek medical attention if you experience any pain or discomfort in your feet. 

What kind of services does Align Health Collective - Podiatrist Preston offer?

The clinic provides comprehensive foot and lower limb care to individuals in the local community who are struggling with pain or discomfort. The podiatrists offer tailored solutions for specific issues, including footwear advice, orthotics, shockwave therapy, manual therapy, exercise therapy, and more.