Afternoon folks! We’ve had a few requests for information about verrucas and how to treat them so lets start by talking about what a verruca actually is. Verruca Pedis- a human papilloma viral infection of your own skill cells affecting the foot. They can be raised lesions or if on weight bearing surfaces, they will…
On the off chance that it had passed you by, yes Mark and I are married and contrary to popular belief, we’re not trying to keep it a secret! Thought you might like to hear a little more about the two of us so here you go… We met while studying at Huddersfield University in…
Daily crippling pain in your heels, hobbling around gingerly in the mornings desperately getting those agonising first few steps out of the way so the pain might ease a little, unable to enjoy any weight bearing activities without the constant reminder of your pest of a foot problem? Yes its pretty grim, as well you know…
Fungal nail infections are a common foot problem that can affect anyone, young or old. It’s nothing to do with poor hygiene and won’t do you any harm. The infection is caused by an ‘opportunistic fungus’ that lives on everyone’s skin and nails. If your nail is subject to an injury which weakens the nail…
Meet Winston! So what does this rather handsome chap have in common with a foot complaint?! Answer: Onychogryphosis or “Rams Horn Nail” hence the sheep… 😁 Believe it or not, some people suffer with this condition, which in all its glory can look almost identical to this prize Ram’s rather spectacular horns. Its often caused by…
This is a small video to introduce you to our clinic so you know what to expect when you pop in and see us! You can find lots of information about the specialist treatments Michelle provides on our Services page of the website in addition to the routine Podiatry care that we offer for common foot problems….