The Midlands Centre for Natural Health

19 Pearse Street , Nenagh, Co Tipperary  067 41479 

Podiatry (chiropody)

Podiatry

 

About your therapist:

 

A native of Ardcroney ,Nenagh .Elaine has significant experience which is good news for your feet ,she has regular Saturday clinics at the centre .It may be possible to have a walk in appointment on Saturdays please phone Elaine one hour before coming into town and she may have a slot available . Evening appointments are also available again please phone Elaine  to discuss.

 

Your Feet Warning Signs . DON’T IGNORE

Check your feet, hosiery and shoes daily. If there are signs of redness in any part of the foot or leg, or if the foot feels warmer than usual, this might indicate infection of inflammation, which needs prompt professional attention. Awareness of pain and injury may be diminished, so inspect the inside of your shoes daily for objects like nails or torn linings, which might cut the skin.

You should urgently consult your podiatrist or seek medical attention, if you see any of the following in your feet:

 

A breaks in the skin or a discharge

The skin changes colour, becoming redder, bluer, paler, blacker over part or all of foot

New swelling in your feet

You should also seek an urgent appointment, if you normally have little or no feeling in your feet, but suddenly experience an unexplained pain or discomfort, especially if the surrounding skin is a little warmer to touch, when compared to the same spot on the other foot.

If you see a red or black spot within callus or at a site of a corn, you should see a podiatrist as soon as possible for this to be looked at, regardless of whether it is painful or painless. This is often a sign of excessive pressure that has resulted in localised bleeding under the skin. If left such an area is likely to develop into an ulcer, that may require prolonged treatment. Until you see your podiatrist you should keep off your feet as much as possible.

If your eyesight is impaired, or you have difficulty bending down to check, use a mirror or ask a friend to look for you.

 

DIABETES and FEET . …...some facts .

 

· Every 30 seconds a leg is lost to diabetes somewhere in the world.

· Up to 70% of all leg amputations happen to people with diabetes.

· In developed countries, up to five per cent of people with diabetes have a foot problem.

· Foot problems are the most common cause of admission to hospital for people with diabetes.

· In developing countries, it is estimated that foot problems may account for as much as 40% of available healthcare resources.

· Most amputations begin with a foot ulcer.

· One in every six people with diabetes will have a foot ulcer during their lifetime. Each year 4 million people worldwide get a foot ulcer.

· In most cases diabetic foot ulcers and amputations can be prevented. It is estimated that up to 85% of amputations could be avoided.

Significant reductions in amputations can be achieved by well-organised diabetic foot care teams, good diabetes control and well-informed self-care. If you suffer from diabetes get your feet checked regularly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

E-mail: elaine@thenaturalhealthcentre.com

Elaine Heffernan

Phone: 0851235740