Do you have the same feet as another family member?  Hammertoes can be associated with your biomechaincal function, skeletal structures as well as systemic conditions.There are many complication...

Metatarsalgia is a term that is often used when the cause of the pain in the Ball of the Foot is yet to be diagnosed.  The Team at Heather Bassett Podiatry Group are available to assess, diagnose...

Nail Injuries can be extremely painful on some toes whilst in other cases there is little knowledge of the damage occurring.  Symptoms can occur at the early stages or later as the nail tries to ...

Neuroma's and Bursitis can be found seperately and together.  They are not always symptomatic and can be diagnosed with palpation and if need be specialised tests.  These conditions are ofte...

Pain should be celebrated?  Why you make ask?  Once Neuropathy develops then we no longer have the sensation of pain.  This means that we will not know when to stop doing something that...

Do you have thick, hard or disoloured nails? You may have onychomcosis. Onychomycosis is a fungal nail infection that can cause thickening and crumbling of the nail. There are many treatment options ...

Overlapping/Underriding toes may cause few symptoms when you are young BUT as you get older they can be come more troublesome.  Learn how to manage this condition.  Make an appointment at th...

We often hear  "I have arthritis in the legs and feet".  There are many types of Arthritis that can affect us.  This condition occurs in the joints and therefore can not occur...

Athletes Foot is a term that is loosely used for the common fungal infection if Tinea.  There are different strains of this fungus which can affect both the skin and the nails.  Early detect...

This condition os often referred to as Metatarsalgia.  This means ball of the foot pain.  Unfortunatley this is not a diagnosis.  This pain can be caused from many things.  The sym...

This is a condition often seen with athletes, dancers and those who use their Big Toe to find objects in the dark!  Many clients advise that the big toe has been sore since they stubbed it on the...

Blisters can put you at risk of further infection.  Know the cause of your blistering and learn how to manage these symptoms.  Call Heather Bassett Podiatry Group for an appointment to deal ...

Bumpy feet is something we often hear of when people ring for an appointment!  I have bumpy feet, just like my mother (father, grandma and etc). Or my feet are not like anyone elses!?  At&nb...

Early intervention with Bunions can make a significant impact on your life both now and as we get older.  Bunions can be very debilitating in both the old and the young.  Management can be b...

Burning feet may have a neural, vascular or biomechanical cause?  If the cause is vascular or neural early intervention can be very important.  Treating the cause and not just the ...

Achillies Tendonitis is an injury to the back of the Lower Leg involving the area where the muscle becomes tendon and attaches to the bone.  If this condition has been present for a long period o...

Achy feet are telling you that something is wrong!  Do not put up with this! let the Team at Heather Bassett Podiatry Group diagnose your symptoms and get you on a path to healthy FEET. Call now...

This condition can be confused with soreness that does not relate to the muscles.  Some of these conditions are, reduced vascularity to the area, such as Claudication pain or compression of a ner...

Callus (or hyperkeratosis) is thickening of the skin on your feet. Callus forms in areas that are subjet to increase pressue. Common areas that you can get callus are on the heels, under the big toe o...

Cellulitis is a bacterial infection that needs to be treated with oral or intravenous antibiotics.  Left untreated this condition can be very serious and have you hosptialised for weeks.  Pr...

Unfortunately we are often told by parents that they have sought treatment for their children only to be told "they will grow out of it!  Wait until they are older!"  If the eyes do not work...

If left untreated this condition can have severe secondary consequences especially with the elderly and frail who have other co-morbidity factors present.  These will look dark red/purple and may...

Claw Toes can be present form birth or they can develop over many years.  Footwear can exacerbate this condition severely.  Treatment can be conservative with appropriate padding and ad...

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Corns are areas of hard skin that have been forced into the foot due to a focal area of pressure. Contrary to popular belief, corns do not have roots. By using the skill of sharp debridement, the po...

Cracked heels are most likely due to inappropriate footwear and poor skin integrity. Here at Heather Bassett Podiatry Group we can advise on suitable footwear and techniques to prevent your heels fro...

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Hyperhidrosis is the clincal name for excessively sweating feet. Sweaty feet can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. There are many systemic coniditions that can cause excessive sweating in the feet. ...

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Plantar fasciitis is a very common condition that causes pain under the heel of the foot. It can affect one foot or both feet. Pain is usually under the heel or in arch of the foot. People with planta...

Do you have "fallen arches" or "flat feet". This could be from injury or a tear to your Posterior Tibial Tendon. Injury to this tendon can stop your foot working properly during gait and cause pain in...

Changing hormones, altered centre of gravilty, inability to reach the feet and swelling can all be factors that cause foot discomfort during pregnancy.  Early intervention can keep you comfortabl...

Excessive pronation (or flat feet) is very common symptom amongst the population. If not treated there is a risk of developing arthritis or other problems. Pronation is a bit of a buzz word used with...

Raynauds Syndrome is a condition we often come across at Heather Bassett Podiatry Group.  This can be a very debilitating condtion.  When severe enough it can cause individuals to move to a ...

Do your knees hurt when you run? If you get pain in your knees when walking or running, whether it be on the sides or at the front this could be due to malalignment of your patella (kneecap). If your...

Sesamoids are two small bones found under the big toe joints.  When these are overworked or malaligned they can become very painful. Here at Heather Bassett Podiatry Group we can diagnose this c...

Does your child complain of pain in the back of the heel after exercise? Severs condition (or disease) is commonly seen in children between the ages of 8-10. It occurs when the leg bones grow and the...

Shin splints can be a very debilitating condtion, causing discomfort when walking and running. This condtion can at times be severe enough to reduce your ability to enjoy your sports, walking and qual...

Both sides of our Body are different. rarely do we have exactly the same size limbs.  Just like eyebrows are different as are feet and ears so can legs be. Short Leg Syndrome or Limb Length Disc...

Smelly Feet can cause severe discomfort and at times embarrasment for many people. There are many different coniditons that cause smelly feet. Do not be embarrassed, we can help! Call now to make an ...

No not everyone has sore feet!  We often here thw comment: "my feet are sore but thats just me."  many people only talk about there feet when they are sore.  If discussing this with oth...

Unresolved fractures can cause ongoing complications for life.  These need to be diagnosed correctly and treated as soon as possible. We can send you for an X - ray or other scans to diagnose yo...

Sweaty Feet can be uncomfortable and well as at times smelly. At Heather Bassett Podiatric Group we can assess the cause of this condition and then look at how best to manage this.  Call now to s...

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Do you feet and legs ache?  "Yes but thats just me?" Tired and aching legs and feet mean that something is not working as it should be.  There are many causes of tired or aching and most ha...

Chillblains are not a condition of the past era's.  Here at Heather Bassett Podiatry Group we are trained to diagnose and treat chillblains. Never use hot water or hot water bottles as they can ...

Thick and/or discoloured nails can be a result of infection or trauma.  Once the condition is diagnosed then we are able to reshape the nail if required. We are able to advise on topical or oral ...

The Human Papillomavirus is responsibile for these infections that can develop on the feet.  There are many treatment options available to eradicate warts and papilloma's. Here at the Heather Ba...

Wounds on the feet can quickly become a serious problem if not resolved quickly.  If you have systemic conditons such as Diabetes, Heart problems, nerve changes (neuropathy), compromised Auto Imm...

Pedicures verse Podiatry.  Podiatrists are  trained to diagnose why you have hard skin on the feet. They can then treat and prevent this accordingly. Podiatrists use Steam Sterilised Packed...