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Chiropody Clinic
All Podiatrists and Chiropodists at Prestons are members of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists and Registered with the Health Professions Council.
We have an inhouse Chiropodist to offer specialist care for your feet, general condition, circulation and the sensation in your feet, treatment and advice for a variety of foot health problems.
Nails
If toenails are not cut regularly a range of problems can result. Long nails may pierce the adjacent toes, the nail bed can become damaged or the nail itself can become thickened over time.
If nails are cut incorrectly they can become ingrown and pierce the skin. Ingrown nails can be treated under local anesthesia. For persistent ingrown nails a small surgical procedure can permanently cure the problem.
Corns and Callus
Hard skin and corns can make your feet uncomfortable and can cause pain when you walk, while hard cracked heels can lead to infection. They usually occur as a result of excessive friction or pressure on the soles of your feet. Removal is quick and pain free.
Verrucae
Verrucae are warts found on the feet. They are caused by viruses and show as small growths within the skin. They often present as a single lesion and can be painful when over an area of high pressure. They can spread and become harder to treat if left for a long time so having them treated early is recommended. There are a variety of treatment options which will be discussed at your first appointment.
Diabetic assessment
Diabetes can have many adverse effects on the body and particularly at risk are the feet. As many as 35% of people with diabetes have a loss of sensation or numbness in their feet but many are not aware they have a problem. It is very important that the feet are checked at least once a year to assess for any change. If you or a relative have diabetes and have not been assessed recently book in for a check-up soon.
