FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a Podiatrist?
Podiatry is the management of disease and disorders of the lower limbs and the key role of the podiatrist is maintaining a patient’s mobility and independence. Podiatrists treat a complex range of conditions using a variety of techniques to manage painful foot conditions and often have the ability to provide immediate pain relief.
What is the difference between a Chiropodist and a Podiatrist?
The terms chiropodist and podiatrist are interchangeable. Many HPC/State registered chiropodists now use the title podiatrist, which is the internationally recognised name for foot specialists.
How often should I see a podiatrist?
Depending on your feet and the problems you have it can vary. Some patients come every 6 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks and some once a year. It is advised to see a podiatrist once a year for routine care and foot health.
Who should see a podiatrist?
In short anyone with feet! You have one pair of eyes, you see an optician, you have one set of teeth, you see a dentist and you only have one pair of feet, see the lower limb specialist, see a podiatrist.
Do you have wheelchair access and disabled facilities?
Yes we are wheelchair accessible and have disabled facilities.
Is there car parking available?
Yes we have 11 car parking spaces.
What is the cancellation policy?
We ask that you give us 24 hours notice if you cannot attend your appointment. If an appointment is missed then the appointment will still need to be paid in full. On booking we will ask for a mobile number and/or an email address so we can send a reminder message 24 hours before your appointment.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
If you are coming for an Initial Core Routine Podiatry/Chiropody Consultation appointment please just bring yourself and a up to date list of any medication you take.
If you are coming for a Initial Musculoskeletal (MSK) Consultation appointment again, please just bring yourself and a up to date list of any medication you take.
Do you do home visits?
No. We don’t because we want to give the best treatment we can, which often requires the use of some of our specialised tools, in a sterile medical environment.