Chiropody and Podiatry in London

We spend our lives on our feet. They carry the weight of the body and are how we walk, move, and take steps forward in our lives. But they’re also one of the most neglected parts of our body, we shove them into high, tight shoes, pound them on pavements — and spend too little time keeping them happy and healthy. But that’s where chiropody — also known as podiatry — comes in. 

Podiatrists and Chiropodists are foot doctors skilled in all things feet. Whether you suffer from verrucas, experience chronic foot pain, or are simply looking to understand your foot health better — a chiropodist is your one-stop-shop. Using a range of techniques and methods such as therapy, orthotic or surgical treatments, chiropody is a medically-certified practice that can help to treat and prevent conditions in the lower limbs. 

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What Are the Benefits of Chiropody and Podiatry?

Maintaining proper foot health is essential to ensuring your overall health and wellbeing. In many ways, the feet are the roots of the body. They are what keep us stable, grounded and connected to the world around us. Taking time to maintain foot health, care and cleanliness not only ensures you have happy feet but also has far-reaching effects on the rest of the body.

Chiropody treatment helps to heal and restore any abnormalities, injuries or infections you have in your feet. Chiropodists treat a whole range of feet-related issues, including chronic pain and interconnected problems such as knee, back and hip pain. But the best part about chiropody is the knowledge you will gain about your feet, and how they can affect your mobility and quality of life. 

What to Expect From a Chiropody and Podiatry Session?

Unsurprisingly, your chiropody session will start with an assessment of your feet. In this initial consultation, your “foot doctor” will spend some time looking at the alignment, architecture, look and texture of your feet to diagnose any imbalances or issues. We’re all a little nervous about getting our feet out, but don’t fear — your practitioner will often start with a conditioning foot-bath to help you to relax and ease into the session. 

Treatment will depend on your particular needs. Minor problems such as corns, calluses and verrucas can all be treated easily and quickly on the same day. If you suffer from a more complex condition, you may be required to attend a further session or receive alternative treatment. Your foot doctor will be able to go through everything with you and advise you on how to keep your feet happy. 

Explore our range of chiropody and podiatry therapists in London and take your steps into great health.