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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is a non invasvie treatment for musular skeletal conditions and chornic injuries such as Plantar fasciitis or achillies tendonitis.

How it works
Shockwaves are sent to the destinated area, stimulating cellular activity and promting a healing response. The Treatment can increase blood flow, reduce inflmmation and promate collagen productions

Conditions treated

• Plantar fasciitis
• Achillien tendinopathy
• Shin splints
• Arch pain
• Bursitis
• Neuroma

PositiveStep Podiatry uses an EMS Swiss Dolorclast Radial Shockwave which is consider the gold starndard treatment available.

Dry Needling is the technique of releasing myofascial trigger points using fine, sterile acupuncture needles that work locally and directly.
This technique has been used for centuries to relieve tension in overworked muscles, and to improve the quality of muscle tissue.
Sometimes we add electrical stimulation or e-stim, an electrical current transferred through the dry needle that can help accelerate the pain-relief process.

Myofascial cupping in podiatry is a technique used to treat various foot and lower extremity conditions. Cupping therapy is based on the principle of creating negative pressure (suction) over specific areas of the body, which can help release muscle tension, promote blood flow, and stimulate the healing process. It’s often used to address myofascial pain, trigger points, and muscle tightness.
Here’s a breakdown of patient information that might be relevant for myofascial cupping in podiatry:

• Plantar fasciitis:
• Achilles tendonitis
• Metatarsalgia:
• Morton’s neuroma:
• Ankle sprains/strains:
• Tight calf muscle
• General muscle tension:

Ingrown toenail surgery is a common procedure in podiatry used to treat painful or recurrent ingrown toenails (also known as onychocryptosis). This condition typically occurs when the edge of the toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes infection. When conservative treatments (like trimming the nail, using antibiotics, or changing footwear) are not effective, surgical intervention may be required.
For the most part, ingrown toenails are easily managed conservatively. However, if an ingrown toenail is particularly bad or frequently recurring the podiatrists at PositiveStep Podiatry are able to perform a gentle, permanent procedure to relieve the ingrown toenail.

Orthotic insoles (aka “Orthoses” or “Orthotics”) are shoe inserts that provide specific, customised forces and support in an effort to improve stability, reduce pain and improve foot and leg function for when you are on your feet.

Conditions treated

• Plantar fasciitis
• Heel spurs
• Bunion
• Shin splints
• Arch pain
• Neuroma

Here at PositiveStep Podiatry we work closes with local manufactures (Podcadinsutries & The Orthotic Factory) to produced the best outcome for your custom orthotic fitting.

Footwear advice from a podiatrist is essential for maintaining foot health, preventing injuries, and managing or alleviating existing foot conditions. Proper footwear helps provide adequate support, reduce pressure points, and prevent the development of common foot problems such as bunions, plantar fasciitis, and ingrown toenails.
Here at PositiveStep Podiatry the podiatrist keeps update with the latest footware and what is currently out in market. We can help by performing a extensive footwear assessment along with advice on what appropriate foot ware is required.

Plantar warts are growths on the soles of the feet caused by infection with the HPV virus. The virus enters through tiny cuts, breaks, or weak spots on the skin. These warts may appear alone or in clusters and are typically rough, raised, and have a grainy texture.

Treatment
Your Podiatrist will gently shave away the buildup of hard skin around the wart. They will apply Silver nitrate along with mild acid (salicylic acid) is coated topically onto the wart with soft padding around the area. This treatment often requires weekly treatments until settled.

Here at PositiveStep Podiatry we see sport injuriescommonly involve foot, ankle, and lower leg issues that are caused by the repetitive motions, impact, or stress associated with physical activities. These injuries can range from mild conditions like sprains to more severe issues like fractures or tendinitis. We can properly diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitate to ensure athletes return to their sport as quickly and safely as possible.

Here are some of sport injuries we commonly see in podiatry

• Ankles sprain
• Achillies tendonitis
• Plantar fasciitis
• Stress Fracture
• Tibial stress Syndrome (Shin Splints)
• Tendonitis (Anterior tibial and Peroneal
• tendons
• Bursitis
• Sesamoiditis