High Performance Feet: The Foundation of Movement
When we think about high performance, our minds often turn to athletes, luxury cars, or cutting-edge technology. Yet one of the most remarkable feats of engineering is far closer to home: your feet. Each foot contains 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments working in harmony. Together, they form the foundation […]
The Benefits of Shockwave Therapy for Musculoskeletal Conditions
Musculoskeletal conditions can cause persistent pain, reduced mobility and a significant impact on daily activities. At Dulwich Podiatry, we offer a range of effective treatment options to help our patients manage these conditions and regain function. While many musculoskeletal issues respond well to conservative treatments, some cases require additional intervention. One such option is Shockwave Therapy […]
Steroid Injections for Foot Pain: A Powerful Solution for Relief
By Jack Eastwood Foot pain is a common issue that can severely impact daily life, often going unnoticed until it becomes debilitating. Whether caused by sports injuries, arthritis, or chronic conditions like plantar fasciitis, managing foot pain effectively is crucial. One highly effective treatment option is steroid injections, which provide targeted relief and help reduce inflammation. […]
Improving Your Running Form: A Podiatric Perspective
By Jack Eastwood Running is one of the most accessible forms of exercise, requiring minimal equipment and offering numerous health benefits. However improper running form can lead to a variety of injuries, ranging from minor discomfort to more serious issues whether it be a something superficial or something more in depth. As podiatrists, we understand […]
How podiatrists use technology to assess your gait
Walking is often perceived as a simple task, with its importance and necessity overlooked. You may be surprised to learn that the average person takes around 216,262,500 steps in their lifetime. Think of Joni Mitchell’s words in Big Yellow Taxi; “you don’t know what you’ve got ‘till it’s gone” and relate this to your feet. […]
When my feet hurt, which appointment type do I need?
Painful feet can put a drain on your whole body, causing you to walk differently, putting additional strain on other muscles and joints. Sometimes the cause is obvious: a corn or an ingrowing toenail is visible and, even if you need help to treat it, you understand where that pain is coming from. It can […]
When podiatrists use local anaesthesia
Local anaesthesia is a medication that numbs a targeted area of the body and is commonly used to prevent pain during medical procedures or operations. You may have heard of local anaesthesia before, or even had it used on you previously during a medical procedure. At Dulwich Podiatry, our podiatrists use local anaesthesia when treating […]
The types of medical imaging used by podiatrists
By Jack Eastwood. Medical imaging is very helpful in all areas of medicine and healthcare as it is a way for the user to see inside the body without physically having to look inside the body. This means much less discomfort and invasion for the patient. It is also less time consuming and is a […]
Run, Run As Fast As You Can
By Jack Eastwood This month we are going to focus on a few common injuries that happen during or after running as well as also what makes a good running shoe. Running can be a great way to stay fit and healthy and can be tailored to any experience level. Blisters: Blisters develop […]
Biggest isn’t always Best
By Jack Eastwood This month we are looking at the big toe deformities and what effects they can cause to the foot. Examples of big toe deformities include Bunions and Hyperextension. Rheumatoid Arthritis and conditions eg. Gout can also cause problems in the big toe. Bunions A bunion is a bony lump (also known […]