It’s an age old debate but many women are still confused about whether high heels or flat shoes are best for them. We’ve all heard the horror stories about the problems that high heels can create for your feet, so most people assume the opposite kind of shoe, flats, should therefore be great for your…
Winter is the time for Ugg boots and thick socks, but as the weather starts to turn warmer, sandals and thongs start to make a comeback. However, if you haven’t been keeping your feet in tip top shape, they may need some TLC before you unleash them into the world! Here are our 5 top…
As Sydney podiatrists, we often have people ask us whether they should get custom orthotics or buy over the counter (OTC) orthotics. So when it comes to custom orthotics vs over the counter orthotics, which should you choose? It is certainly a personal choice but it does come down to the reason for the orthotics,…
Preparing for a marathon is without a doubt hard work. Knowing that you’ve got a race of over 42 kilometres ahead of you should help you to get your head down and work on your stamina. But it’s not only your ability to go the distance that matters; it’s about preparing your feet as well….
Congratulations on making the decision to start running! Starting is the hardest part and it can be easy to feel like throwing in the towel and finding another, hopefully less strenuous way to keep fit. But with a few easy tips, you can stay on track and start to improve your running technique and ability….
A fungal nail infection is one of the most common foot problems that we see here at The Foot Hub. It’s not an ailment that is likely to go away on its own, so it is always recommended that you start treating it as soon as you notice the problem. But what is the best…
The Foot Hub understands that some of our patients may not be able to come into our Sydney foot clinic for podiatry visits and as a result we offer home podiatry visits. Home podiatry visits allow patients to be seen in the comfort of their homes and can provide ease and convenience for many patients….
Ingrown toenails are a common nail condition that is seen by our podiatrists at The Foot Hub. An ingrown toenail is where the corner or side of a toenail grows into the flesh. Once the edge of the nail breaks through the skin, it causes inflammation. They can be painful and at times be disruptive…
It’s that time of year again where children all around Australia are getting ready to go back to school and for every parent that means buying new school supplies, uniforms, and school shoes. But how do you know what shoe is best for your child’s feet? Buying children’s shoes can be difficult as their feet…
Running injuries affect 80% of runners each year so it is vitally important to understand how to prevent and treat common running injuries. At The Foot Hub, we’re continuing our two-part blog series by highlighting the diagnosis, anatomy, biomechanics, and treatment of another three common running injuries. For information on the first three running injuries…
Do you want to find out more about preventing and treating common running injuries? Running injuries are more common than most people think with nearly 80% of runners obtaining a running-induced injury each year. In this article, we’ll be discussing the diagnosis, anatomy, biomechanics, and treatment of three common running injuries as a part of…
Running is a highly beneficial exercise popular for its convenience and numerous health benefits. For many, running has become a part of their daily routine, and with constant exercise a serious issue arises; the wear and tear of running shoes. Running in old or worn-out running shoes can lead to a plethora of running injuries…
