Housing a quarter of the bones in our entire bodies – in addition to various muscles, ligaments and joints, our feet can have a huge impact on our overall health and well-being. Podiatrists are instrumental in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of lower limbs including the foot and ankle.
As an expert in foot care, a podiatrist’s scope of practice can includes areas such as paediatrics, diabetes, sports injuries, structural problems, treatment of the elderly as well as general foot care.
You can see a podiatrist for a wide range of issues related to both lower limb and overall issues including but not limited to:
- Arthritis
- Balance issues
- Circulatory disease
- Bone & joint disorders
- Chronic & reoccurring pain
- Plantar warts
- Fungal or ingrown toenails
- Corns and calluses
- Bunions
- Diabetes and peripheral vascular disease, or neuropathy
- Soft tissue and muscular issues
- Clinical diagnosis of falls
- Clinical diagnosis or history of foot or lower limb deformity
Your Podiatrist will employ a range of skills to make the assessment and provide your care plan or therapy.
Medicare and Private Health Rebates available under Podiatry
The human foot is a masterpiece of engineering and a work of art.
– Leonardo da Vinci
OUR PRACTITIONERS
Podiatry Services
Podiatrist Standards
In order to practice in Australia, a podiatrist must complete the following:
- A Bachelor of Podiatry
- National registration under the Podiatry Board of Australia.
- Continuing professional development.
Further post-graduate study is required to qualify as a podiatric surgeon.