Discolouration of the nail plate is becoming increasingly
more common. Infection can be picked up anywhere ... It results
in a long term, difficult to treat condition of the nail plate
that is unsightly and can become painful as the nail plate
thickens. Read more here...
Orthotic Questionnaire
Orthotics are a common and necessary part of good foot
health in today's society. They can be very helpful if
you have pain in the foot, knee or hip and can also help
with postural alignment where the foot is at fault. You
can use this orthotic check
list...
Leg Length Differences
Has anyone ever asked you the question "Why are you
limping?" to which you replied "I am not limping!". The
person asking the question has simply seen a difference
between the left side of your body and your right side
in walking that looks the same as when somebody limps.
Read more here...
Case Studies Index
Case Study Title
Case Study Introduction
Instep Podiatry and the Case of the Injured Runner
Ms. Jane, a 42 year old fit woman, presented with a very
painful heel that she felt she had injured during a
tennis game and it was now keeping her awake at night.
She walked favouring her left foot and now had developed
a sore right foot. Read more
here...
Running Shoe Selection - A Case Study
At Instep we have detailed knowledge of footwear,
particularly running shoes and what shoe will suit your
foot. We look at as many makes and models each season as
we can and are aware how it will affect your foot and
its function in running and walking.
Read more here...
Heel Pain Update - Fasciitis or Not Fasciitis? That is
the Question.
Many people have a painful heel
at some time or another. Frequently they are diagnosed
with fasciitis. However there are other conditions that
can occur in the heel that have similar symptoms to
fasciitis or are present at the same time as fasciitis.
Read more here...