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Follow the links below to find information on foot care and foot conditions and diseases. For specific information about diabetes and footcare, follow the link to the Complications of Diabetes topic page below.
Updated December 2007
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Tibialis posterior tendon injury
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myDr
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Find out all about tibialis posterior tendon injury, which typically occurs in middle-aged women after twisting the ankle.
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Jun 2008
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Podiatry index page
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Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs
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Information for Local Medical Officers about podiatry services, including schedules of fees, fact sheets and notes for podiatrists.
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Jan 2008
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Ingrowing toenails
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Ingrown toenails can cause a lot of toe pain and soreness, so it is worth finding out what causes them and what you can do to prevent them.
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Jan 2008
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Ingrowing toenails
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Ingrowing toenails can cause a lot of toe pain and soreness so it is worth finding out what causes them and what you can do to prevent them.
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Nov 2007
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Ingrowing toenails
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Ingrowing toenails can cause a lot of toe pain and soreness so it is worth finding out what causes them and what you can do to prevent them.
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Nov 2007
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Achilles tendonitis
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Better Health Channel
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Achilles tendonitis is inflammation of the Achilles tendon. In most cases, it is a type of overuse injury that is more common in younger people who play sport. Treatment includes rest, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), physical therapy and avoiding activities that aggravate the condition.
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Oct 2007
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Day therapy centres
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Day Therapy Centres offer physiotherapy, occupational and speech therapy, podiatry and other therapy services to older people in a community setting.
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Sep 2007
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Corns and calluses: what you need to know
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myDr
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Our feet play an important role in getting us around. When we walk or stand, our feet carry the burden of our body weight.
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Jun 2007
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Foot health and ageing
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myDr
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As our feet grow older, they naturally develop more problems.
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Jun 2007
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Toenail problems
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myDr
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Because they are so far away from our heart, our feet are often the first part of the body to show something is wrong with the way blood circulates in our body.
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Jun 2007
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Sever's disease
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Better Health Channel
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Sever's disease is a common cause of heel pain, particularly in the young and physically active. During puberty, the heel may grow faster than the surrounding soft tissue, which means the Achilles tendon is pulled uncomfortably tight. This can lead to an injured heel.
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May 2007
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Feet - relief for pain and injury
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Better Health Channel
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There are many factors that can cause foot and leg pain or injury. A critical factor is the way the foot and leg move. Podiatrists assess abnormalities in foot and leg movement - as well as techniques, surfaces and footwear - when determining causes and treatment of foot and leg pain.
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Mar 2007
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Foot problems - treatments
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Better Health Channel
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Feet are prone to aches and pains and a variety of problems and conditions including corns and calluses, tinea, bunions, papillomas and ingrown toenails. Most of these are easy to avoid and simple to treat.
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Mar 2007
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Fungal nail problems
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myDr
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Fungal nail infections are easily picked up in gyms, saunas, swimming pools and changing rooms.
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Nov 2006
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Foot conditions - Q & A
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Better Health Channel
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This fact sheet lists a range of questions and answers on foot health. These questions were posted by visitors to the Better Health Channel and answered by a panel of experts, which includes general practitioners, nutritionists, physical activity professionals and other health and medical specialists.
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Oct 2006
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Feet - Q & A
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Better Health Channel
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This fact sheet lists a range of questions and answers on feet. These questions were posted by visitors to the Better Health Channel and answered by a panel of experts, which includes general practitioners, nutritionists, physical activity professionals and other health and medical specialists.
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Oct 2006
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Posterior tibial tendon injury
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myDr
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Injury to the tibialis posterior tendon, which helps to point the foot down and in, may lead to irreversible damage if left untreated.
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Sep 2006
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Heel pain
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myDr
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Heel pain is most commonly caused by plantar fasciitis, an inflammatory condition of the sole of the foot.
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Sep 2006
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Achilles tendinitis
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myDr
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Achilles tendinitis is inflammation of the Achilles tendon. Every time you take a step you rely on your Achilles tendon.
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Sep 2006
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Foot problems - heel pain
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Better Health Channel
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The heel is a cushion of fatty tissue that protects the structures of the foot, including the heel bone, muscles and ligaments. Heel pain is a common foot complaint. Complications include plantar fasciitis and heel spurs.
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Aug 2006
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