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Podiatry

Offering a full range of traditional treatments as well as the latest innovations in foot care.  

 

Common Problems Which We Can Treat:

  • Nails that need Trimming
  • Corns and Calluses
  • Hard Dry Skin and Cracked Heels
  • Bunions
  • Heel Pain inc Plantar Fasciitis
  • Verrucae and Warts
  • Ingrown Toenails (Non-Surgical)
  • Athlete's Foot
  • Fungal or Thickened Nails
  • Diabetic Footcare
  • Infected Toenails

 

Podiatry

The clinical discipline concerned with the assessment, diagnosis and comprehensive management of foot and lower limb problems. 

All foot and lower limb problems are treated by our podiatrist.

 

Our specialist areas include: 

  • Biomechanics Assessments (see Biomechanics Tab)
  • Custom-Made Orthotics and Insoles (see Biomechanics Tab)
  • Minor Surgery For In-growing Toenails, Verruca Removal & Corn Removal (see Minor Surgery Tab)
  • Fungal Nail Testing (see below)
  • Clearanail (Treatment for Fungal Toes)
  • Swift Microwave Therapy (Treatment for Verrucae and Warts)
  • Verrutop (New Treatment for Verrucae)
  • Paediatrics
  • Cosmetic Nail Refurbishment (CNR)
  • Sports Podiatry

Treatments Available

 

Immediate Fungal Nail Test 

Fungal infections of the foot are caused by a group of fungal micro-organisms called dermatophytes. Dermatophytes can affect the foot in many ways; however, the most common conditions seen are athlete’s foot (also known as Tinea Pedis) and Onychomycosis which is a fungal infection of the toenail. 

 A fungal nail is characterised by:

·         Colour changes

·         Debris underneath the nail

·         Odour

·         Thickening or sometimes thinning of the nail

Our quick, simple and painless Fungal Diagnostic Test will be able to detect and diagnose a fungal infection. 

 

MSL Laser Therapy - Why?

Laser Therapy is a safe, non-invasive and painless treatment - for the reduction of pain, swelling and inflammation.

Everyone will experience muscle and joint pain at some point in their lives.  We understand the importance of reducing your pain quickly and effectively to get you back to your best.

Useful for the following conditions:

  • Muscle spasm and pain
  • Arthritis
  • Sprains and strains
  • Back pain
  • Hip pain
  • Knee pain
  • Sciatica
  • Bursitis
  • Tendonitis
  • Haematoma and oedema
  • Sports injuries

MLS laser therapy offers fast and effective relief:

FAST TREATMENT TIMES - from 3-10 minutes

REDUCED NUMBER OF SESSIONS - in many patients the reduction in pain can be felt within minutes

SIMUTANEOUS ACTION - marked reduction in pain, swelling and inflammation.

Laser has the following effects:

  • Inhibits the sensory nerve impulses associated with pain
  • Decreases inflammatory cells
  • Relaxes muscle spasm immediately
  • Increase vascular supply and restores normal blood flow
  • Provides energy for the cells within the tissue allowing them to repair.

This promotes healing and helps speed the recovery process.

 

Clearanail - Treatment for Fungal Nail Infections

Clearanail is an exciting NEW product for treating fungal nail infection (onychomycosis) painless, and quick. The treatment is based upon "controlled micro penetration" (CMP) technology.  The device is computer controlled and is completely safe, painless and quick.  It produces micro holes through the nail without touching the skin beneath.  The holes allow the powerful antifungal agent to reach to the heart of the infection without the nail acting as a barrier.  This results in a faster cure of the problem.

 

Verrutop  -  Non-surgical treatment for Verrucae

 Verrutop is a new type of wart treatment.  Unlike Cryotherapy, or other chemical treatements, verrutop does not act by freezing or burning tissues.  Instead it denatures the viral protein and desiccates the infected tissue, which then falls off the skin, leaving intact skin underneath.  Treatment is normally quick and painless.

 

Swift Microwave Therapy (SMT) -

Treatment for Verrucae and Warts

Swift is a NEW technology, developed in the UK, which has been licenced for the general treatment of skin lesions in Podiatry and Dermatology. 

Swift uses microwave energy which is delivered through a special probe applied to the skin to treat the affected tissue. 

                                         

 

As the microwaves travels into the tissue, water molecules begin colliding and creating localised heat energy which then quickly destroys all infected tissue within predetermined depth. In just seconds the treatment is complete and the healing cascade begins immediately. Treated tissue is quickly replaced, repaired, and regenerated.

Like many treatments for skin lesions, there may be some minor discomfort experienced. Pain levels vary from person to person but most people undergoing Swift liken it to a pain similar to an injection or a scratch, lasting 2-3 seconds then quickly subsiding.

You may need more than one session depending on how you respond to the treatment (these can be from 14 days to over a month again depending on your response.)

Call Now to book your Swift Microwave Appointment: 01788 537 300

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Wilde Pedique - (CNR)

Wilde Pedique nail refurbishment is a modern way of treating a fungal nail as well as giving it an aesthetically pleasing look. Wilde Pedique is specifically used for correcting and restoring the toenails. There is no odour or discolouration, and it will not damage the natural nail as it grows.  The anti-fungal properties treat the fungal nail as well as providing protection from any further infections that may occur.

Depending on the nail damaged by the fungus, the full nail or only part of the nail can be treated with the Wilde Pedique. This treatment is suitable for people of all ages, diabetics, and individuals that undertake a lot of activities and sports.

                                                      

 

Our podiatrist is able to prescribe many medications, including anti-fungal medicines for fungal nails, and anti-viral medication for verrucae & warts.   

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