Splinters can be caused by a range of things – a prickle from a plant, a shard of glass, a wood splinter and more. As they are a ‘foreign’ object that pierces and enters the skin, aside from being very painful, they can also contain bacteria that can cause an infection if the splinter isn’t removed. This is why splinters do need to be removed from the skin, regardless of how shallow or deep they are.
There are two ways to get the splinter out: try to do it yourself at home, or get help from your podiatrist. If you have diabetes, are prone to infections, have problems with sensation in your feet or have impairments when it comes to circulation or healing, we always recommend heading to your podiatrist if you can’t remove the splinter simply with tweezers. This is as part of the splinter may be left in the foot but you may not be able to detect it (and it can be very hard to see well when it comes to the bottoms of our feet!), or you may create a significant wound that may worsen when walking if your body is unable to effectively heal the area.
We’ve all had those days — you come home after hours on your feet, kick off your shoes, and notice your ankles look puffier than usual.
Swelling in the feet, ankles, or legs (known medically as edema) isn’t always a reason to panic. It can be as simple as a
salty lunch or a long flight.
But what if it’s happening more often — or seems to be getting worse? Swelling can sometimes be a sign of something more serious. Here’s
what could be going on and when to check in with your doctor.
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Every year on October 8th, the world celebrates International Podiatry Day - a day dedicated to
raising awareness about foot health and the vital role that podiatrists play in our overall well-being.
There’s been a lot of buzz about going barefoot. Some say it helps strengthen feet and improves performance, while others warn it can do more harm than good. The truth? It depends on the person, the surface, and how it’s done.
Keeping your family on their feet and helping them to walk, run, play and exceed their goals is why we love getting up in the morning.
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