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“Expert Podiatrist Tips for Hikers: Prevent Foot Pain and Stay Trail-Ready”

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At Total Care Podiatry we have a passion for hiking, we understand the unique challenges hikers face when it comes to foot health. The demands of rugged terrain, long distances, and varied weather conditions can take a toll on your feet. That’s why it’s crucial to choose footwear designed for the trail, providing adequate support, cushioning, and protection. A proper fit, breathable materials, and moisture-wicking socks are essential to prevent blisters, calluses, and other common hiking-related injuries.

In addition to offering expert advice on choosing the best hiking boots, we also have a special interest in addressing conditions like plantar fasciitis, heel pain, and arch issues that often affect avid hikers. Whether you’re preparing for a weekend trek or tackling multi-day expeditions, our goal is to keep you on the trail, pain-free with personalised foot care strategies. We help ensure your feet are as adventure-ready as the rest of you. Let’s keep exploring together

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Heel Pain – the causes.

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Studies have indicated up to the 12% of the population will suffer from heel pain throughout their lives. The causes of heel pain can be plantar fasciitis, heel spur, bursitis, fat pad contusion, plantar fascial tear, tendinopathy, stress fracture or nerve compression. A thorough assessment by one of our team will determine which is causing your heel pain then design a program to achieve comfort and pain relief. Treatment for heel pain may include, taping, gait retraining, shock wave therapy, laser therapy, low dye taping and orthotics. Our job is to work out which is the best for you. Our Podiatrist will use evidence based practice and over 30 years of treating heel pain experience to help you achieve your goals.

 

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Custom Orthotics Geelong

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Total Care Podiatry can Computer aid design and Computer aid Mill (Cad Cam) Foot Orthotics on site. This process requires a thorough biomechanical assessment in our gait lab and 3D scan using our state of the art technology. Our Podiatrists will then design your new orthosis, mill the devices, finish machining by hand and make an appointment to fit them to your shoes. This process can take 5-10 days from scanning. If you want custom made Orthotics milled here in Geelong then make an appointment today. To learn more about the Custom Foot Orthotics we make click on this link. Foot Orthotics

Surfcoast Trek Total Care Podiatry

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The Surfcoast Trek is scheduled for Saturday 2nd April 2022 and Total Care Podiatry is proud to continue its association with such a wonderful event.

Check out https://surfcoasttrek.com.au/the-trek if you have not heard of this event that aims to take walkers on the beautiful Great Ocean Road Walk from Anglesea to Torquay.
A number of distances are scheduled so based on your capabilities select you distance and get training. This is a major fund raising event for Kids+ and Give where you live foundation.

The three stages we are involved are before, during and after the event.

Before the Trek

I hope everyone is thinking about their training load, socks, clothing and footwear.

Training load – increase your training load by no more than 10% per week and seek help from our Podiatrists if you experience foot pain.

Socks – select a sock that is your size, is at least 70% natural fibre and will not fall down during the walk. We love Injinji, Wigwam and OS1st for compression base layer. Visit an outdoor hiking shop for hiking socks and don’t be cheap!

Clothing – hiking shorts or pants for all conditions, think sun and rain

Footwear – Hiking boot, Hiking shoe, trail runners or trail shoe. This can be a confusing choice. If you plan to carry a day pack then a hiking boot gives you added stability in the ankle when walking on uneven terrain in the event you stumble. A boot just might save your ankle as it is very hard to save yourself once you stumble with the added weight of a pack. Hiking shoes shall be the most popular as they have a sturdy out sole to protect the foot from stone strike. They are very roomy in the toe box as the foot and toes will swell on a longer hike and accomodate this and a thicker hiking sock. Now is the time to visit a hiking shop to get your hiking shoes fitted if you don’t already have a pair you just love. Trail runners will provide a little more protection from stone strike than a standard runner. If you are considering wearing runners then make sure you have done plenty of walking on non sealed surfaces.

Total Care Podiatry are providing a 10 minute free consultation before the event to all participants who are registered for the 2022 event. This consultation will be for advice and if treatment or further care is recommended fees will apply. This is available at 209 Malop St Geelong.

During the Event

Total Care Podiatry will be providing foot care during the event to participants who experience blisters, foot pain and or tendon issues. Our Podiatrists will be available at the starting point and then at each check point along the way and the finish line. We will have dressings, strapping and advice on hand to assist with your foot complaints. The majority of complaints on the day are blisters.

After the event

If you develop a problem during or after the event then please follow up with Total Care Podiatry for advice and treatment. Normal fees apply for consultation after the event.

Total Care Podiatry has very experienced Podiatrists who have walked these distances and more so are in an ideal position to treat and recommend solutions to your walking related foot problems.

Call the clinic on 03 5223 1531, email us or make an online booking for further advice.

Wigwam Socks and Hiking Shoes

Hiking shoe with a rocker sole to reduce foot fatigue

Consider walking poles. Philip Spark loving them on steeper longer walks.

Make sure your shoes are not too warn out. I lost the left vibram sole and had to walk out 4 hours. I felt every stone.

 

Total Care Podiatry New Owners January 2022

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Congratulations Lynette

 

Lynette Kent Podiatrist and Philip Spark Podiatrist are the new co owners of  Total Care Podiatry. Lynette Kent is a Podiatrist who has worked and lived in the Geelong region in private practice and brings her vast experience in treating foot pain and managing Podiatry businesses for more than 25 years. Lynette is available for Podiatry appointments at 209 Malop st Geelong and can be contacted at frontdesk@totalcarepodiatry.com.au

Philip Spark is very excited to be working in a clinic that offers all aspects of Podiatry care at the one premises. The clinic has in-house milling and manufacturing of custom orthosis reducing the wait time on fitting the orthosis. Phil has a special interest in treating heel pain and loves road cycling in his spare time.

Kirrilee Lundberg, our associate Podiatrist has worked on the Bellarine for more than 10 years and brings her enthusiasm and experience to the clinic. Kirrilee has a major role in administration, 3rd Party arrangements, NDIS compliance and Practice standards and often works remotely during this Covid period.

Please contact the clinic for all your Podiatry needs.

Online Appointments

Email frontdesk@totalcarepodiatry.com.au

Tel 03 5223 1531