OUR SERVICES
General Podiatry
What We Do
Our specialist Podiatrists provide Home podiatry care as well as Laser therapy, dry needling & ultrasound therapy – visit the Contact page to book an appointment.
Diabetic foot assessment and plan
In a diabetic foot you may notice a loss of sensation in the feet caused by damage to the nervous system, which can lead to injuries on your feet that you may not notice, which consequently can lead to infections and potentially serious complications.
Callouses and corns
Callouses and corns are areas of skin that thicken, after exposure to repetitive forces, in order to protect the skin. When a callous develops a mass of dead cells in its centre, it becomes a corn. Corns generally occur on the toes and balls of the feet.
Athletes Foot
Tinea pedis (Athletes Foot) is a skin condition which affects about 15% of the population. Symptoms include scaling and flaking or softening and whitening of the skin on the feet and in particular between the toes. Secondary bacterial infection can lead to itchiness or unpleasant odour.
Nail Problems
Healthy nails are pink and grow constantly. A big toe nail takes up to 12 months to replace itself with a new nail. Unfortunately, nail problems are common and may be caused by warts, trauma and infection. Fungal nails may require topical paints and when necessary oral antifungal agents.
Cracked Heels
You may have hard or cracked skin on your heels, which can be painful or unsightly. Occasionally these cracks may become infected requiring antibiotics. In severe cases of hyperkeratosis (thickened skin) podiatry treatment can quickly and effectively remove the dry cracked skin
Verruca / plantar warts
A verruca or plantar wart is a small spot that develops on the sole of the foot with tiny black spots, which are tiny areas of pinpoint bleeding. If you notice a spot of this description, it may be a plantar wart and if it grows will become painful for you when standing or walking.
Orthotics
If you are suffering chronic or acute pain in your legs or feet, at Westmead Foot Clinic we will gladly assess your complaint, discuss your options, and effectively manage your pain. We will only prescribe functional orthotics if we think there is a real benefit. This will involve a biomechanical assessment of your lower limb function, correction of poor footwear, and a muscle stretching and strengthening program when indicated.