Foot Care

Follow the links below to find information on foot care and foot conditions and diseases. For specific information about children's feet, diabetes and footcare, and fungal diseases that can affect your feet, follow the link to the specific topic pages below.

Updated January 2009

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Title:   Posterior tibial tendon injury - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Injury to the tibialis posterior tendon, which helps to point the foot down and in, may lead to irreversible damage if left untreated.
Date:   Aug 2009
Title:   Heel pain - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Heel pain is most commonly caused by plantar fasciitis, an inflammatory condition of the sole of the foot.
Date:   Aug 2009
Title:   Achilles tendinitis - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Achilles tendinitis is inflammation of the Achilles tendon. It can be caused by overly tight calf muscles and excessive uphill or downhill running, amongst other things.
Date:   Jul 2009
Title:   Look after your feet
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Look at your feet. You do all sorts of things that you would find it really hard to do without them - walk, run, jump.......
Date:   Jun 2009
Title:   Corns and calluses - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Among the most common causes of sore feet are calluses and corns.
Date:   Feb 2009
Title:   Day therapy centres overview
Publisher:   Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Description:   Day Therapy Centres offer physiotherapy, occupational and speech therapy, podiatry and other therapy services to older people in a community setting.
Date:   Dec 2008
Title:   Foot problems - heel pain
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   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. Sever's disease is a common cause of heel pain in children. A podiatrist can help diagnose and treat heel pain.
Date:   Sep 2008
Title:   Foot orthoses
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Foot orthoses or orthotic devices are specially designed shoe inserts that help support the feet, improve foot posture and correct any imbalances. Some foot problems that can be treated with orthoses include corns and calluses, foot ulceration, tendonitis and recurrent ankle sprain. Athletes may also wear orthoses to help correct any foot problems that could hinder their performance. A podiatrist can help make and fit foot orthoses.
Date:   Sep 2008
Title:   Sever's disease
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Sever's disease (calcaneal apophysitis) is a common cause of heel pain, particularly in the young and physically active. Another name for Sever's disease is calcaneal apophysitis. 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.
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Footwear for healthy feet
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Wearing shoes that fit properly and support your feet is vital to avoid sore feet and to prevent or alleviate many common foot problems. Footwear can help sore feet by providing support, such as lace-up boots. Arch supports help distribute weight and remove pressure from the heel and forefoot. High-heeled shoes (high heels) place stress on the body and feet and can cause calluses, bunions, claw toes and corns. The right footwear is also an important part of playing sport.
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Foot odour - causes and cures
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Foot odour is a common problem, caused by excessive perspiration and the growth of bacteria on the feet. Even the most fastidiously clean people can suffer from foot odour or smelly feet. A range of simple treatments can help including antiseptic soaps or solutions, natural fibre socks such as cotton or wool, moisture-wicking socks and topical or oral antibiotics. A podiatrist can help treat foot odour.
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Feet - toenail problems
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Toenail problems tend to be more common with advancing age. Problems include ingrown toenail, fungal infection and nail deformities.Causes of nail problems include trauma, ill-fitting shoes, poor circulation and infection. Professional care from your podiatrist can improve the health of your toenails.
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Tibialis posterior tendon injury - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Find out all about tibialis posterior tendon injury, which typically occurs in middle-aged women after twisting the ankle.
Date:   Jun 2008
Title:   Heel spurs - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Pain in the heel area is common and may be associated with a calcaneal spur, sometimes called a heel spur.
Date:   May 2008
Title:   Feet - relief for pain and injury
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Foot and leg pain or injury can be caused by many things. The way the foot and leg move is important. Shin splints is a common pain which affects the shin area during or after sport. Sesamoiditis and plantar fasciitis are common foot problems. Flat feet or fallen arches are not a factor in foot pain. 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.
Date:   Mar 2008
Title:   Foot problems - treatments
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   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. A podiatrist can treat a variety of foot problems. People with diabetes are more likely to develop serious foot problems.
Date:   Mar 2008
Title:   Achilles tendonitis
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Achilles tendonitis is inflammation of the Achilles tendon. This overuse injury is more common in younger people who play sport or run, but is also common for people not involved in sport. Treatment includes rest, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and physical therapy.
Date:   Jan 2008
Title:   Ingrowing toenails
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   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.
Date:   Jan 2008
Title:   Ingrowing toenails
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   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.
Date:   Nov 2007
Title:   Ingrowing toenails
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   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.
Date:   Nov 2007
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