Podiatrist Ashcroft
Whether you have an ingrown toenail, diabetic feet concerns or other lower limb health condition, Foot Lab Podiatry is here for you. We will carry out a detailed assessment and then create a personalised treatment and management plan for you. Our aim is to prevent or minimise the condition’s effect on your mobility and overall quality of life.
Podiatrist Ashcroft
Patients have come to us because of the following:
- Ingrown toenails
- Diabetic feet
- Heel and arch pain
- Skin problems on the feet and ankles
- Ankle sprains
- Bunions
- Plantar warts
- Other feet, toenail, hip and ankle conditions
Over the years we’ve carried out the following procedures and treatments:
- Medical pedicure
- Ingrown toenail treatment and surgery
- Nail restoration
- Nail bracing
- Corn treatment
- Swift wart therapy
- Sports podiatry
- Custom orthotics
- Diabetic foot assessment
About diabetic foot screening
Here our specialists conduct a detailed assessment that includes the following:
- A full neurovascular assessment of the feet (assessing blood flow using a doppler)
- A test on the nerve sensation in the feet using a 10gram monofilament and 128Hz vibrating tuning fork
- An observational assessment of the skin and nails looking for potential pressure areas, wounds and maceration
- A risk status report based on the findings
- Referrals to GP and other health professionals
When to see a podiatrist
Don’t ignore the small signs and symptoms. You can come to us if you’re experiencing any of the following:
- Your first few steps in the morning are painful
- Feet and legs ache within a few hours of working
- You feel pain inside the foot and arch area
- Foot pain has become worse over the past days, weeks or months
We will do a detailed biomechanical assessment and take the time in knowing your health history. This way we can come up with a truly optimal and personalised treatment plan for you.
Contact us today here at Foot Lab Podiatry if you have a concern about your hip, ankle, toenail or feet.