Podiatrist
What is Podiatry?
Podiatry is a medical and podiatric needs led service for patients of all ages.
Podiatrists primarily treat individuals who have an underlying illness or condition that put their legs and feet at increased risk of injury, compromised tissue viability and/or pain and loss of function. This can include Diabetes, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Cerebral Palsy, Peripheral Arterial Disease, and Peripheral Nerve Damage.
Therapeutic interventions are directed to reduce the incidence of amputation within these client groups. Podiatric intervention aim to improve the mobility, independence and quality of life for patients by treating any health care need associated with the foot and ankle.