It helps to take things slowly!
Think about what activity you would like to do and break down your goals into manageable milestones.
Whether you start with a short walk or some simple movements indoors, you can build up from there.
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Start by looking at your feet every day.
Use a mirror to check the bottom of your feet. Can you see any cracks, sores, infections, or peeling or dry skin?
This is especially important if you have diabetes or chronic health issues.
SPOT ANYTHING? See your podiatrist ASAP to avoid unnecessary complications.
8 steps in showing how to inspect feet
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Clementine is a graduate of La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Applied Science and Masters of Podiatric Practice.
She is passionate about acute and chronic injury rehabilitation and sports injury management, given her love and passion for sport growing up, as well as managing a chronic injury herself. Clementine has a wealth of knowledge in all things running shoes and will be your go to for shoe advice!
In her spare time, Clementine enjoys listening to her favourite artists and keeping up with the latest music releases, walking her Wheaten Terrier Riley, staying active and spending time with her cousins in Torquay.
After any increased activity levels, there may be an increased risk of injury or pain.
If your children’s legs or feet are hurting – or perhaps your child is not keeping up with peers in physical activities – please see a health professional such as a podiatrist – we are the foot health experts after all!
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After your activity session, do something fun or treat yourselves to an enjoyable experience.
It can be something as simple as watching a movie together, cooking dinner, or reading a book together as a family.
By topping off the activity session with a positive experience, you’re laying the subconscious connections between physical activity and positivity.
GO YOU!
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Every family member writes down one activity they want to do for 30 minutes. Then put them all into a bag and pick each one out ‘lucky dip’ style.
Set the timer and go, being sure to cover each family members requested activity on rotation. (you can do one a day or one per week)
The rule is no one is allowed to complain about another persons activity and EVERYONE has to take part!
Remember to have fun!
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Every month at Total Care Podiatry we run a complimentary morning clinic to support the little feet that run around our community. We run short appointments designed to be a screening check of any areas of concern you may have for your child’s feet.
Commonly we check for:
Following a short appointment, we can provide some advice for next steps forward. These may include a more in depth follow up appointment, footwear recommendations or activity changes.
Bookings are essential – please phone our friendly staff on 5223 1531 to secure your free paediatric appoint today
Follow these 6 steps when shopping for school shoes for your child:
If you are unsure, come into the clinic – we offer a free back to school check pre term, for school children with any queries or concerns about their legs or feet. Call 5223 1531 to book.
Pain can be a subjective experience, yet no matter how it is packaged it shouldn’t be ignored. To avoid pain it is important to have shoes that fit well and are comfortable, since pain in your feet can trigger a ‘chain effect’ of pain elsewhere such as in your hips or knees.
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Correctly fitted shoes can make a big difference to your foot health. In fact, up to twice your bodyweight in force is applied through your feet and legs with every step. And did you know that your longest toe may not necessarily be your big toe? Bear this in mind when being fitted for shoes.
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