Falknor's Needling A new treatment has come to Riverside Podiatry in the management of plantar warts! Verruca pedis (VPs) is the medical term for plantar warts, which are a common condition of the foot that podiatrists see regularly. Warts are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) that has been contracted just like any [...]
BOOK ONLINE TODAY Psoriatic Arthritis Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory arthritis that occurs when someone already has psoriasis (a skin disease that causes a rash with itchy, scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk and scalp). Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is different from "common" arthritis (osteoarthritis) in that it is inflammatory [...]
How do I know if my foot pain is arthritis? Osteoarthritic pain is often described as intense, aching pain. Often changes to the foot structure will be palpable or visible. Small hard lumps may develop over time; commonly in the toes or across the top of the foot. Generally, arthritic pain is exacerbated when [...]
Plantar Plate Tear A tear or rupture of the rectangular ligament that is formed by the plantar fascia and the plantar capsule under the ball of the foot. This ligament’s primary role is stabilizing the digit through resisting hyperextension of the digit. It is also important in reducing compressive loads of the metatarsal heads. [...]
Patellofemoral Syndrome Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common cause of pain in the front of the knee but may be felt anywhere in the knee joint. The front of the thigh consists of four muscles (quadriceps) which aid in the correct tracking/movement of the kneecap (patella). Problems can be caused by any imbalance [...]
Call now on 43239100 or BOOK ONLINE TODAY. Lymphoedema Lymphoedema is defined as the swelling of a body part, usually a limb, because of a restriction in the lymph fluid drainage system It can be related to genetics and occur in childhood, adolescence or adulthood or it can be related to [...]
How is a Rheumatoid arthritis treated? Treatment aims to reduce symptoms and slow the disease progression. This involves preserving the joint function, relieving pain, controlling the systemic involvement and protecting the joint’s internal surfaces. The treatment generally involves medication from the GP, orthopaedic surgery as necessary and podiatry. A variety of allied health [...]
Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is a specialized method of treating soft tissue injuries such as ligament strains, muscle tightness, trigger points (knots in the muscle) or degeneration/inflammation of cartilage and tendons. At Riverside Podiatry our clinicians are trained in the application of IASTM and can use [...]
Guess what? Every Saturday*, we are now open 10.30am-2.30pm at our West Gosford clinic! This provides a perfect opportunity to have your sore feet seen to by an experienced health professional without taking a day off work. The Riverside Medical Imaging x-ray facilities are also open, making it easy [...]
