Podiatry

We aim to:

• help relieve painful symptoms 
• maintain/improve foot function 
• maintain patient independence 
• reduce the risk of lower limb amputation 
• promote and empower patient self care 

Treatments can include:

• intensive treatment for acute foot conditions
• palliative foot care for anyone at risk or with a podiatric need
• vascular and neurological assessment, and wound management  
• nail surgery using a local anaesthetic
• biomechanical assessment which may lead to the prescription and manufacture of orthotics for children and adults
• alternative therapies including marigold and acupuncture  
• steroid injections  
• health promotion 
• podiatric surgery
• foot care management training sessions