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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

My Achilles rupture injury and non-surgical recovery process

In December 2022, I ruptured my Achilles tendon while playing an interactive football game.  It was a devastating injury and I knew immediately what had happened when I heard the loud pop and the sudden feeling that I had been kicked. In A&E an ultrasound confirmed that I had ruptured my Achilles tendon.  After weighing up […]

Plantar fasciitis: A common cause of heel and foot pain

One in ten people are thought to suffer from plantar fasciitis, making it one of the most common causes of foot pain. Plantar fasciitis is a pain in the bottom of your foot around the heel and arch, which can be a sudden onset or a gradual occurrence. The plantar fascia is a thick tendon-like […]