Podiatry Treatment Available
What Does a Podiatrist Do?
Podiatrists are healthcare professionals trained to diagnose and address conditions affecting the feet and lower limbs. They also play a key role in preventing foot disorders. Podiatrists provide education and guidance on factors like proper footwear and exercise to promote foot health. Podiatry care aims to maintain or enhance the health and comfort of the feet and lower limbs, addressing issues such as foot discomfort, mobility limitations, circulation problems, and skin conditions.
The human foot consists of many bones, joints, and soft tissue structures, designed to bear the body’s weight and enable movement. Foot problems can arise from a variety of conditions and injuries, such as diabetes, arthritis, deformities, sports-related accidents, infections, and congenital conditions. Our fully qualified podiatrists use diverse methods and techniques, including diabetic foot care, exercise and stretching, manual manipulation, skincare, shockwave therapy, and acupuncture, to address these conditions.
Looking for a podiatrist in Lower Plenty or surrounding communities? Our practice is conveniently located at 112 Lower Plenty Road, Rosanna 3084.
Why Choose Podiatry?
Podiatry may be beneficial for relieving pain, enhancing mobility, and preventing future injuries and conditions. In addition, podiatric care may improve the aesthetic appearance of your feet. Podiatry treatment may sometimes circumvent the need for surgery. Our podiatrists near Lower Plenty serve a wide range of patients, spanning from children to older adults. We conduct comprehensive assessments and devise customised treatment plans for each patient, offering practical solutions.
Depending on your condition, engaging in podiatry care may yield different benefits. Some of these could include:
Reduced Pain
We work towards alleviating discomfort and getting you back to walking pain free by addressing the underlying cause, such as plantar fasciitis, bunions, and heel spurs.
Improved Mobility
Assessing and addressing biomechanical problems, pain, or medical conditions through podiatry may have a beneficial effect on overall mobility. Whether it’s an infected toenail or injuries like broken bones or torn soft tissues, these issues may hinder functionality, highlighting the importance of intervention to enhance your daily activities.Better Posture and Balance
Your feet and lower limbs can significantly affect your body alignment. Managing and preventing issues may not only help the health and comfort of these areas but may also assist your whole musculoskeletal structure. Having appropriate alignment can also affect your balance and stability, which may reduce your falls and injury risk.Management of Health Conditions
Various medical conditions may impact your feet and lower limbs, including arthritis. Podiatry care often plays a crucial role in managing and preventing symptoms and complications related to these chronic conditions.Diabetic Care and Support
Foot care may not appear directly related to diabetes management, but it’s often essential for preventing and managing complications like ulcers associated with diabetes.Suitable Footwear and Orthotics
Having the right footwear can often make a huge difference to your foot health. Shoes that lack support and cushioning or are too tight or loose may cause significant issues, such as flat arches, ankle sprains, and bunions. Orthotic devices may also prove useful in many cases. These aim to correct imbalances, gait disturbances, provide support, and prevent injuries and fatigue. We can customise orthotics to suit your unique needs and foot shape.
Injury Prevention
Utilising techniques such as gait analysis, manual therapy, exercise prescription, footwear recommendations, and education, we aim to help you avoid injuries commonly associated with daily activities and sports involvement.Enhanced Sports Performance and Lifestyle
Podiatry care goes beyond mere treatment and prevention measures. Podiatrists aim to help you achieve your athletic and activity aspirations by optimising foot function, providing guidance on specific movements, exercises, and stretches, and aiding in the prevention of sports-related injuries.
Your Podiatry Consultation: What to Anticipate
At Excel Body And Health, our podiatrists adopt a patient-focused approach, centred on personalised and evidence-based treatments, aimed at improving your mobility and overall well-being.
Your consultation may include steps such as:
- Undertaking a complete verbal and physical assessment. This may involve elements like gait analysis and postural alignment evaluations.
- Reviewing scan results where applicable.
- Discussion regarding diagnosis, contributing factors, management options, goals, and expectations.
- Home management guidance and education.
- Referrals for further investigations, such as radiology scans and blood samples.
FAQs About Podiatry
Conditions Treated by Podiatrists
Conditions we aim to diagnose, treat, and manage include:
- Wounds, warts, corns, calluses, and blisters.
- Ingrown toenails.
- Fungal infections.
- Sporting injuries, such as Achilles pain, ankle sprains, shin strains, knee, ankle, or heel pain, quadriceps tightness, and hamstring tightness.
- Plantar fasciitis.
- Foot and arch pain.
- Bunions.
- Fractures.
Techniques Podiatrists Use
As part of individualised treatment plans, our podiatrists use a range of techniques, including:
- Soft tissue massage.
- Myofascial release.
- Exercise therapy.
- Stretching.
- Dry Needling.
- Electrotherapy
- Shockwave therapy.
Why Opt for Excel Body And Health for Podiatry Services?
At Excel Body And Health, our team comprises allied health professionals from various disciplines, enabling us to provide holistic and convenient care to our community. Our comprehensive services encompass podiatry, osteopathy, physiotherapy, and clinical exercise and Pilates classes. We proudly serve patients from Lower Plenty, Rosanna, Heidelberg, Viewbank, Macleod, Ivanhoe, Eaglemont, Bulleen, Reservoir, Preston, and surrounding areas in Victoria.
High-quality Care
We uphold rigorous treatment protocols, ensuring the skilled utilisation of sterilised instruments, meticulous infection control procedures, and proper administration of cleaning agents and wound dressings.
Finance Options
We welcome private health insurance, Medicare, Workcover, TAC and DVA patients.
Passionate Staff
Our team is passionate about health, exercise, comfort, and functionality. We strive to provide care and treatment that is comprehensive and evidence-based to help you work towards a better quality of life.
Meet Our Podiatrist
Max Shehata (Podiatrist)
B.App.Sc(Pod)
Max Shehata has a strong interest in supporting patients with lower limb pain. He received a degree in podiatry from La Trobe University. Since then, he has developed a unique, comprehensive, holistic approach to treating a wide range of podiatry problems. This includes general podiatry care, treatment of chronic health conditions, paediatrics, and sports injury management.
With considerable experience, Max has treated athletes at biomechanical podiatry clinics, collaborating closely with renowned orthopaedic specialists. He has completed numerous additional courses concentrating on alternative treatment approaches and evaluation methodologies.
Max, a former footballer, encountered challenges like chronic shin and heel pain. This personal experience grants him insight into the difficulties associated with such issues, allowing him to empathise with clients dealing with sports or exercise-related injuries. Inspired by his own journey, Max is passionate about assisting athletes in maintaining health and fitness. He provides ongoing care and maintenance for the feet and lower limbs, catering to patients of all ages, with a focus on encouraging activity and promoting overall wellness.
Seek Podiatry Treatment at Excel Body And Health
Caring for your feet may have a profound positive impact on your everyday life. Whether you’re managing an existing issue, aiming to prevent problems, or seeking to boost your athletic performance, podiatry care may offer valuable solutions. Contact our team near Lower Plenty today to arrange an initial consultation and explore how we can support you.
