The FOOTPAD: what we do


Chiropody Treatment for Corns, Calluses, Verrucae, Ingrown Toe-nails, Oedema, Pain relief, (Sports Injuries), using the latest Ultrasound & Electrotherapy Equipment. Massage Therapy for Muscular Aches & Pains, Back Problems, Sports Injuries,	What we do Chiropody Chiropody is provided by clinicians with qualifications from the Institute of Chiropodists and Podiatrists, who are also trained in the use of electronic therapy and other modalities. Common Foot Ailments Nail abnormalities Structural variations Foot Care for Diabetics People with Poor Circulation Babies and Small Children Remedial Massage Aches and pains, back problems, sports Injuries, stress management, general relaxation. We also treat sports Injuries, with ultrasound, massage, electrotherapy, TENS. Common Foot Ailments Corns - are caused by the friction and pressure. They do not have roots and thecause is also often due to bone deformity.. They are like a concentrated callous. Callouses are a symptom, not a disease, and the cause should be dealt with before the callouses can be cured. Chronic corns and callouses need periodic professional care; although sometimes surgical or orthopaedic measures may be necessary to effect a cure. Under no circumstances should one resort to home treatments - foot infections are dangerous. Excess perspiration - causes foot odours. Daily bathing and regular application of a medicated foot powder (available from your chiropodist) can help in most cases. When these fail, you should visit a Chiropodist for professional advice. Bunions - are the result of a weakness of the ligamentous andmuscular structures of the leg and foot. There may be a heredity tendency but factors such as stress and strain and shoe pressure may bring about this condition. If these joints are swollen and red and tender then consult your chiropodist, as these symptoms may be indicating the presence of bunions but also gout, arthritis or infection. Warts - (Verrucae) can often be misdiagnosed as corns or callouses. A wart has its own blood and nerve supplies and are usually extremely painful (under lateral compression) and can spread if not treated. Athletes Foot - is a skin disease resulting from a fungal infection. This fungus most commonly infests the feet as it thrives in warm, dark and moist environments - as found in shoes! Good foot hygiene will help prevent infection . Bathe the skin daily, keep dry (change hosiery often) and use a mild fungicide on the skin (cream) and in the shoes (powder). About Reflexology Reflexology is the ancient art of detecting imbalances, energy stagnation and tensions within a person, these tensions being reflected onto the feet or hands. Specific techniques are used to access reflex points in the feet or hands. These reflex points correspond to all organs, glands and systems of the body. As tensions are released the bodies' natural self-healing ability is activated and stimulated. Toxins are flushed from the body, circulation is improved, and the sense of well-being is promoted throughout the whole person. Reflexology is a hands-on, drug-free therapy. The reflexology is holistic, the whole person is acknowledged, not just their symptoms. Reflexology is very relaxing and pleasant to receive. Reflexology could be one of the most enjoyable forms of preventative therapy around today... Relax your way to good health! A sample of "conditions" for that respond well to Reflexology follows: Insomnia Migraine Stress release and management Digestive disorders Sinusitis High and low blood pressure Depression/anxiety Menstrual and menopausal problems Back and hip problems Lack of energy The list goes on. If in doubt a quick call will let you know if reflexology is for you.


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