by Belinda | Nov 13, 2022 | Considerate Foot Care
What is a Verruca? Verrucae are usually found on the bottom of the foot and is a small skin lesion usually around 1cm in diameter. Usually associated with children, verrucae are also a common complaint amongst adults. What causes it? All verrucae are caused by the...
by Belinda | Nov 13, 2022 | Considerate Foot Care
INGROWN TOENAILS An ingrown toenail is an extremely painful condition. It occurs when the edge of a nail penetrates the surrounding tissues of the toe (usually the big toe) and causes swelling, inflammation and infection. Ingrown toenails are commonly caused by poorly...
by Belinda | Nov 13, 2022 | Considerate Foot Care
FUNGAL INFECTIONS A fungal infection of the nail is called Onychomycosis and is very often ‘caught’ from a skin infection called Tinea Pedis or Athletes Foot. They are both essentially the same infection caused by microscopic fungi which are invisible to the naked...
by Belinda | Oct 13, 2022 | Considerate Foot Care
Callus (Hard Skin) Callus is an area of thickened skin caused by pressure or friction. It is part of our bodies’ natural protective mechanism. It can form anywhere on the foot where there is excess pressure, which can come from footwear and bony prominences....
by Belinda | May 19, 2022 | Considerate Foot Care
In order to continue to provide a safe and efficient service it will be necessary for me to increase my charges. On 1st June 2022 my prices will increase as follows:- Initial Consult and Treatment £55 Follow Up Appointment £45 Short Follow Up Appointment (only...
