Tom Goom (aka Running Physio) based in Brighton has put together a useful guide for therapists which should also be of interest to all you runners. I loved his "Running Repairs" training course which I attended together with other podiatrists and physiotherapists from across the UK and Europe.
Read on to see the things he looks for when planning your return to running!
Read MoreThe foot is a complex and intricate structure – a testament to the engineering of the human body. With 26 bones, over 30 joints and more than 100 muscles tendons and ligaments, our feet require careful maintenance if they are to function effectively during the activities that we undertake on a daily basis. The average person will walk approximately 2.5 times around the world in their lifetime, that’s a lot of mileage and means that almost everyone will suffer from some form of foot problem during their life.
Read MoreWhat is the difference between a podiatrist and a chiropodist? Well, in the UK podiatry is simply the new name for chiropody. The name was changed to podiatry in 1993 as it is the internationally recognised name for a foot specialist.
When did you last look after your feet - I mean really look after them? With busy lives at work and home, it’s sometimes hard to put yourself first. There’s no better time than the present to sit back and let a medically qualified professional look after your feet at Guernsey’s newest foot clinic. You’ll be ever so glad you did!
Read MorePeople with diabetes can have lots to remember when managing their condition. It can be easy to forget that foot care is an important part of keeping healthy and reducing the risks of problems occurring. The good news is you are not on your own. There is lots of help and advice available and self-care for your feet can become a natural part of your daily life.
Read MoreHeel pain (plantar fasciitis) symptoms include tenderness or acute pain in the heel and arch of the foot. Pain is usually worse first thing in the morning and improves during the day. Later in the day the pain returns again. This may also be noticeable after sitting for long periods and starting to walk again.
Read MoreWalking has it all. Simple and natural, it doesn't require any instruction or skill. You can walk alone for solitude or with friends for companionship. Charles Dickens got it right: "Walk to be healthy, walk to be happy."
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