When to see a Podiatrist

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When to see a Podiatrist. Do you think you may need to see a podiatrist? Learn more about the role of podiatrists in foot health – and how this can benefit your general overall health.

Podiatrists are foot health experts who are university-trained to prevent, diagnose, treat and rehabilitate medical and surgical conditions of the feet and lower limbs.

Often, these conditions stem from other underlying health issues such as diabetes, stress fractures and arthritis.

When should you see a podiatrist?

You may be experiencing pain in your feet, ingrown or discoloured skin/nails, corns, skin rashes, foot odour, foot injuries, broader health problems such as diabetes or

arthritis, recurrent tripping or falling, problems fitting comfortably in your regular shoes; or if you notice swelling, lumps, or redness on your feet or legs.

It is a common misconception that painful feet are a normal side effect from everyday activities. Yet research shows that only a fraction of individuals suffering from sore feet seek out professional advice.

Just as you would visit your dentist for a toothache, you should visit a podiatrist if you suffer from painful or tired feet and/or lower limbs.

Go see a podiatrist

Because…

• Podiatrists are Foot Health Experts and understand the structure and movement of your feet and lower limbs.
• They can assess, diagnose and treat foot, ankle, knee, leg or hip pain. Given your feet alone house a quarter of the bones in your entire body, a podiatrist is best placed to get you moving, active or pain-free.

Here is a handy checklist.

Do you…

• Have painful feet?
• Experience leg pain?
• Have painful knees?
• Experience sore hips?
• Find walking or standing uncomfortable?
• Experience leg or foot pain during sport?
• Need advice on correct footwear?

If the answer is “Yes” to one or more of the above, then you need to see a podiatrist.

What the Australian Podiatry Association says

This article has some information that may give you some confidence in reaching out to see a Podiatrist to sort out your feet issues.

When to see a Podiatrist

• Information courtesy of the Australian Podiatry Association.