Role of your Podiatrist

Your Podiatrist has been trained to treat, diagnosed and educate you in the following areas.

  • Routine and regular foot and nail care
  • Treatment and maintenance of corns and callouses
  • Fungal infections of nails
  • Wart and verracue treatments
  • Ingrown toenails, including minor nail surgeries (if required)
  • Children’s foot problems
  • Diabetes foot care
  • Sports injuries
  • Biomechanical gait assessment (the way you use your feet)
  • Foot orthotics and arch supports
  • Heel, arch and forefoot pain
  • Refer for X Rays and Ultrasounds (if required)