Podiatry, or podiatric medicine, also known as chiropody, is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the foot, and ankle. The healthcare professional is known as a podiatrist.
Podiatrist
What do podiatry do?
As a podiatrist, you’ll help people deal with a range of mobility issues, relieve pain and treat infections of the feet and lower legs. You’ll be helping patients with a variety of different issues such as: children with lower limb pain or problems walking.
What does a podiatrist do in South Africa?
A Podiatrist is a highly trained professional, specialising in foot care and the treatment of problems affecting the lower limbs. They examine, diagnose, treat, prevent and rehabilitate foot ailments through a range of treatment methods including biomechanical, surgical and more.
What are reasons to see a podiatrist?
Reasons You Need to See a Podiatrist
- Hurting feet. Whether your pain is due to exercise, injury or an unknown cause, it is a good idea to schedule an evaluation by a podiatrist. …
- Shape changes. Your feet change as you age. …
- Ankle and knee pain. …
- Injuries. …
- Skin problems and infections. …
- Underlying health conditions.
What is the most common problem treated by podiatrist?
The most common foot problem that a podiatrist treats is heel pain. Heel pain can be caused by a variety of different conditions, such as plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendinitis. Treatment for heel pain often includes things like stretching exercises, orthotic devices, or cortisone injections.