Men’s Health Month: Common Foot Issues

June marks Men’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the health challenges men face and encourage them to take action.  At Dulwich Podiatry we see many male patients who only book their appointment once the discomfort becomes unbearable or, more often, after a gentle nudge from a partner, daughter or close friend! The truth […]

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 […]

Rehabilitation and Recovery: How We Can Help You Overcome Foot Injuries

As we eagerly anticipate the excitement of the Olympics 2024, it’s an excellent reminder of the importance of physical health and mobility.  As we cheer on Team GB, it’s crucial to recognise that foot injuries can affect anyone, not just elite athletes.  At Dulwich Podiatry, we are committed to helping you overcome foot injuries, ensuring […]

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 […]

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 […]

Focus on Technology

At Dulwich Podiatry we pride ourselves in exploring new and innovative ways of treating your foot conditions.  This month we take a look at a few examples of the technology we use : Photodynamic Antimicrobial Therapy Photodynamic Antimicrobial Therapy (PACT) is a non-invasive, safe treatment for fungal nails.  After the affected nail plate has been […]

Running in Lockdown

During lockdown running has taken off due to its minimal requirement for equipment and can be done by all levels of runners.  If you have just started jogging or running it may be uncomfortable, but it should never be painful. Here are some common running conditions and how to manage them effectively at home. Shin splints […]

Lockdown Hints and Tips for Heel Pain

During the Covid-19 lockdown there has been a large increase in the number of people taking up running as their choice of exercise, whether this be a new runner or an experienced runner running more frequently, resulting in an increase in people with painful heel conditions contacting the practice. The heel is a specialised part […]