Thoughts on the Hammer Toe

Thoughts on the Hammer Toe

Does evidence help to explain hammer toe? – Part 2 This is a follow on article to ‘The Puppet Toe’, published 6th January 2023, which discusses the case of Zandra’s toe problems. Two questions arise. Does the hammer toe come about because of a...
The International Podiatry Market

The International Podiatry Market

Optimising Our Podiatry Image Worldwide? Getting more from your podiatry practice Here is a topic, an article, albeit short, intended to raise awareness.  LinkedIn provides an amazing platform for professionals who desire to share information and opportunities. This...
The Puppet Toe

The Puppet Toe

The Deforming Hammer toe – Part 1 Self-help for toe problems My journalistic head spun when a neighbour (Zandra) appeared on my doorstep asking what to do about her second toe. We needed a bit of research, and looking at the problem from my 43 years as a...
Do corn plasters work on corns?

Do corn plasters work on corns?

Academic assessment of the corn treatments – Part 2 Aim of treatment  The NHS site covers corns and calluses and offers safe but pedestrian advice. The pharmacist does not have training in podiatric medicine and provides a commercial enterprise offering skin...
Treating Corns on Feet

Treating Corns on Feet

Can we treat our own corns? Part 1 Have you ever used a corn plaster or similar to treat a corn on your foot? For many, a corn is seen as an inconvenience that can be pared down at home or treated with a corn plaster, available from a pharmacist. This article goes...