Fungal nail infections are caused by various fungal organisms (fungi). The most common cause is a type of fungus called dermatophyte. Yeast and molds also can cause nail infections. It can develop in people at any age, but it's more common in older adults. As the nail ages, it can become brittle and dry. The resulting cracks in the nails allow fungi to enter. Other factors — such as reduced blood circulation to the feet and a weakened immune system — also may play a role. Toenail fungal infection can also start from athlete's foot (foot fungus), and it can spread from one nail to another. But it is uncommon to get an infection from someone else. Reference from MayoClinic

An ingrown toenail is the most common reason why people visit a podiatrist. This condition usually affects the big toenail but can affect the lesser nails too. A piece of nail or a serrated edge pierces and penetrates the soft skin at the edge of the nail, or a spike of nail penetrates the fleshy end of the toe (distal pulp). This results in soreness or extreme pain, swelling and redness and often produces pus. The condition affects both men and women equally, regardless of age. Is it caused by either an injury due to physical activity, ill-fitting shoes or poor nail cutting.

You may have nail fungus if one or more of your nails are: Thickened Whitish to yellow-brown discoloration Brittle, crumbly or ragged Distorted in shape A dark color, caused by debris building up under your nail Smelling slightly foul

For problems such as foot pain, lower limb pain, hallux valgus, flat feet, high arched feet, plantar fasciitis, etc., the therapist will first diagnose the severity of the problem, the patient's living habits, sensitivity to pain, etc., and then provide appropriate treatment.

Custom foot orthotics are specialized shoe inserts that can help treating your foot and leg problems. Many ‘biomechanical’ (walking) complaints such as heel pain, knee pain and lower back pain are caused by poor foot function. Orthotics re-aligns the foot and ankle bones to their neutral position, thereby restoring natural foot function. In turn this helps alleviate problems in other parts of the body. In addition, orthotics gives a more even weight distribution, taking pressure of sore spots (e.g., the ball of the foot, corns in between toes, bunions) and they provide some shock absorption.

Our body parts are interconnected, and pain in one area can often originate elsewhere. By examining the entire body, Biomechanical Assessments can help diagnose and resolve associative pain and injuries. A static and dynamic biomechanics assessment is an investigation into your lower limb function – looking closely for abnormalities and compensations. The assessment will focus on the structure, posture, range of motion, plantar pressure, alignment, strengths and weaknesses of the foot and will include the pelvis, legs and knees and how they work together as pain in one area can indicate a weakness or structural problem in another. The information gained from a biomechanical assessment forms the basis for a rehabilitation programme, or if the problem is mechanical, an orthotic will be prescribed.

We diagnose and treat all foot disorders and deformities, as well as providing general foot treatment and advice. We treat all problems on feet of all ages as well as all problems associated with a wide range of medical conditions. Perhaps you have a painful lesion or hard skin on your foot or maybe you have thickened nails that you cannot manage, general podiatry care will help give pain relief and allow you to walk pain free.

As children and toddlers grow and develop, they can suffer from a range of foot problems. We believe by assessing children’s feet early in their lives that any issues can be picked up and addressed before becoming more problematic. Prevention is always better than cure! Common foot problems that your child may suffer from are: Club foot Heel pain (Sever’s Disease) Ingrown toenails Knee pain (Osgood Schlatter’s disease) Metatarsus Adductus Sprained ankle Tarsal coalitions Tinea athletes foot Warts (verrucae)

Diabetes can reduce the blood supply and damage the nerves in your feet, leading to a number of serious foot problems which is why it is recommended to have a diabetes foot assessment performed by a podiatrist and ongoing podiatry care if necessary. Poor glucose control generally causes two main complications in the feet: Nerve damage that results in peripheral neuropathy Poor blood supply & circulation If nerve damage occurs, you may experience some of the following symptoms in your feet: Numbness or altered sensation Pins & needles in the feet Burning pain in the legs and feet, usually more noticeable at night Coldness in the legs and feet Long Term Lower Limb Complications of Diabetes: Loss of protective sensation Decreased blood supply to the feet Increased risk of infection Diabetic foot ulcers, amputations and gangrene A diabetes foot assessment performed by a podiatrist every 3 to 12 months is advisable, depending on your risk category, the podiatrist will use the following validated assessment tools to establish a foot risk status: Neurological Assessment Vascular Assessment Footwear assessment Dermatological Assessment Screen for skin cancers General foot and Nail care Diabetic foot health education and information Once a foot risk status is determined, the podiatrist may makerecommendations based on the results. This may include recommendations for footwear modifications and orthotics to reduce high plantar pressure sites that are at risk of ulceration. Recommendations are made to help you achieve your goal and follow up appointments are scheduled based on your specific needs and desired outcomes.

Clinical studies have shown that the Lunula laser treatment process has the highest success rate of all available treatments, with a success rate of approximately 85%.

No significant side effects have been reported.

There have been no reported adverse reactions to the laser treatment. It is well-tolerated, quick, safe, and painless Sit comfortably on the examination chair Place the foot in the Lunula Laser The laser targets the treatment area on the foot for 12 minutes After the treatment there is no downtime nor additional medicine The procedure is quick and painless, and each foot takes about 12 minutes to treat. Most patients have multiple sessions to see optimal results, and sessions are usually spaced out about seven days apart.

Treatment with Lunula ‘Cold laser’ is completely pain-free.

This FDA-approved toenail fungus treatment is revolutionary. With low-level laser energy, the Lunula Laser uses photochemistry to target the toenail fungus and stimulate blood flow. Photochemistry is the science of light and colour With red and violet laser lights, the photochemical reaction caused by the laser kills the fungus and stimulates new, clear toenail growth. While the laser aggressively treats the fungus, it does not affect the rest of the toe or foot.