What Is a Podiatrist?

Podiatrists are allied health professionals and normally spend four years at university to obtain their degree. They study anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and pathology of the whole body, and then in the final 2 years they specialise in learning about and treating conditions of the lower limbs. Did you know that a single foot has 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments that attach to it. This positions podiatrists as the foot health experts when it comes to foot pain and foot problems that can develop.

At Sure Step Podiatry why we do what we do, and why we are podiatrists is to “help people to live their best life possible”. We do this by helping treat people’s foot pain so they can achieve what they want in life in order to live their best life. This is such a privilege and it is amazing to see our patients achieve their goals and reach their full potential. We love our job!

So how can a podiatrist help you:

Here is a quick list of situations when you should see a podiatrist:

• DO you have pain in your feet?
• Do you have pain in your legs?
• Do you have diabetes?
• Are you finding it difficult to find the right shoe for you?
• Do you find walking or standing for long periods painful or uncomfortable?
• Do you want to improve your running?
• Do you suffer from ingrown toenails?
• Do you have a sports injury?
• Do you roll your ankle a lot?
• Do you have bunions?
• Are you worried about how your child walks or runs?
• Does you child complain of pain in their legs or feet?
• Are you worried about your child’s physical development?
• DO you have a fungal nail infection?
• Do you have arthritis?’

These are just some of the things a Podiatrist may be able to help you with. Are any of these stopping you from living your best life? Come and see our friendly team, please call 66500077.