What is Podiatry?

Podiatry is health care dedicated to the foot and lower limbs, which may include assessment, diagnosis and treatment of the skin, nails, joints, muscles, nerve and blood vessels.

Podiatry is the more modern term for Chiropody.  Both titles are protected and can only be used by those with a recognised Podiatry or Chiropody qualification whom are also registered with the HCPC (Health & Care Professions Council).  To check if someone is registered, please check the HCPC register.

How can Podiatry help me?

Podiatrists can help with the following:

• Nail Cutting

• Ingrowing Toenails

• Thick and/or Fungal Nails

• Corns & Callus (Hard Skin)

• Athlete's Foot (Fungal Infections of the Skin)

• Verrucas

• Heel, Foot, Ankle, Knee and Hip Pain

• Gait Analysis, Musculoskeletal & Biomechanical Assessments

• Orthotics & Insoles