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Is there an association between occupation, footwear and osteoarthritis of the big toe joint?
“There were no statistically significant associations between lifetime occupation type and the presence of ROA of the first MPJ” Cherry, L. Gates, N. K. Arden & C. J. Bowen The study aim was to determine whether lifetime occupation was associated with the presence of radiographic osteoarthritis (ROA) of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) in women.…
Read MoreBone Stress Injuries in Runners with Next Gen Physio
If you haven’t already – head over to Next Gen Physio’s website to read part 1. Now you know everything you can do to work around bone Stress injuries. How can we get back running? It is incredibly important that your return to running (RTR) is guided by evidence-based concepts that are easily implemented. Easy…
Read MoreHow To Pick the Best Hiking Shoes?
Picking the best hiking shoes can be difficult! Knowing what to look for can be hard but getting the fit right is incredibly important. Our Newcastle Podiatrist Blake explains what to look for.
Read MoreSpeciality of Podiatrists and a different diagnosis
We see a a lot of patients here in Newcastle who have been given the diagnosis of an Achilles Tendinopathy when it may actually be a Paratendon. The Paratendon is the sheath that encompasses the Achilles tendon. The treatment is completely different. Remember, if things aren’t improving, it is important to check the diagnosis.
Read MoreThree reasons to track your activity. Tips from our Newcastle Podiatrist!
Hello, its your local Newcastle Podiatrist back to give and welcome you to some knowledge. I am here to tell you to start tracking your activity! Justin and I see a-lot of pain, rehab, athletes and active people in Newcastle. One thing we like to get people to do is track their activity as it…
Read MoreShockwave therapy
Shockwave therapy What is shockwave therapy? Do I need shockwave therapy? My friend has shockwave therapy and it didn’t work? Does shockwave therapy hurt? We will look to answer some of these questions over the coming weeks through our instagram and blogs We have it and yes, we use it. Does that mean…
Read MoreStretching is good… isn’t it?
Do I need to stretch? Is stretching worth while?
Read MoreOne leg shorter than the other?
Limb Lengh Differences What is a Limb Length Difference? Having one leg shorter than the other. Although it is well acknowledged there is a high prevalence of it amongst people, there is little consensus amongst literature as to the significance or the importance of it. Causes: Congenital (from birth) conditions include mild developmental abnormalities found…
Read MoreSports Podiatry in Australia
What is sport Podiatry? Is there a difference between a podiatrist and a sports podiatry. What about podiatrists that predominantly see sport injuries?
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