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Orthopaedic shoes versus insoles: which is better

by Rudo Makuyana, Sydney Podiatrist  I like to monitor facebook groups and see what questions people are asking about…

Podiatrist tips: the truth about walking barefoot

by Rudo Makuyana, Sydney Podiatrist  Barefoot culture is a big thing in Australia. In fact, if you Google ‘why…

Can I See a Podiatrist with OSHC in Australia?

If you are a student in Australia with OSHC and have foot problems, you can see a podiatrist. Many…

Podiatrist reveals: the best at home foot care products

by Rudo Makuyana, Sydney Podiatrist Foot care starts at home. Your local pharmacy offers plenty of affordable and top…

Do those old-fashioned foot care remedies really work?

As a podiatrist I’ve seen so many old foot care remedies from patients. Often they’ll swear on a treatment…

Kids Foot Health: Tips For Sporty Kids

When your child is playing sports, there’s plenty of running around and good healthy exercise. However, all that activity…

Best Ski Boots 2025: Our Top 5 Expert Picks

By Steven Parkinson, Podiatrist & Ski Boot Fitter After working seasons in New Zealand and Japan, and fitting hundreds…

Corn vs Wart: What’s the Difference?

Is that painful spot on your foot a corn or a wart? As podiatrists here at The Foot Hub,…

Best Heel Balm: A Podiatrist’s Top 6 Recommendations

As a podiatrist practicing in Australia, I see countless patients struggling with dry, cracked heels. With our hot climate…

Footcare For Men: Podiatrist Tips for Aussie Men

This may be a stereotype, but men aren’t always the greatest at taking care of themselves, including their feet.…

Best Toenail Fungus Treatment: The 5 Most Effective Options

Have your toenails turned yellow, thick, or crumbly? You’re likely dealing with onychomycosis, commonly known as toenail fungus. I’ve…

Not All That’s Yellow Is Fungal: The Truth About Yellow Toenails

As a podiatrist with over a decade of experience, one of the most common misconceptions I encounter in my…
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stages and symptoms of ingrown toenails

STAGE
SYMPTOMS
STAGE 1: MILD
Redness, minor swelling and pain when toenails is compressed
STAGE 2: MODERATE
Increased inflammation Warm to moderate swelling White or yellow pus or fluid coming from the toenail Small overgrowth of skin over toenail