Services Offered
• Foot-health education.
• Expert foot care for people with specific medical conditions that can lead to foot problems.
• Assessment or circulation and nerve function within the foot.
• Assessment and management of nail and skin problems.
• Prescription of corrective orthoses / pressure relieving insoles.
What to expect on your first visit
Your podiatrist will conduct a thorough assessment of your feet at the first appointment. This may include:
• Asking about your medical history and medications.
• Visual inspection of your feet and legs.
• Assessment of the blood flow of your feet.
• Assessment of your footwear.
Your podiatrist will use this information to devise a foot health plan. This may include education to you and your carer, self management techniques, appropriate referral or advice about further appointments with the service..c