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Foothealthcare.com - Frequently Asked Questions (about feet!)

Why is Foot care so Important?

People often take their feet for granted. We worry about our figures, our appearance and general health but always seem to forget about those two things at the end of our legs that carry the entire weight of our bodies in our Daily lives. Therefore it the aim of foothealthcare.com to educate people about the importance of taking care of our own feet and those of our families. Feet are subjected to a lot of pressure each day as they transport us from place to place and are forced into shoes that are very often bad for our feet.

The fashion of today dictates that feet are cramped into shoes that are narrow, high heeled, unsupportive and often made of non-breathable synthetic materials. This leaves our feet sore, sweaty and possible minor injuries such as blisters, corns and calluses. Were as many people ignore these minor abrasions, foothealthcare.com not only provide products that help to treat these problems but we also aim to educate on how to prevent these problems and help our feet to do their job.

 

Who are we?

Foothealthcare.com is the retail division of A. Algeo Ltd. We are a podiatry and shoe making industries. Our customers include NHS hospitals and private practitioners such as Podiatrists/Chiropodists and Physiotherapists.

 

What is a Podiatrist?

A Podiatrist is a medical professional trained in the specific areas of the foot, ankle and related biomechanical systems. The Podiatrist cares for any patient who complains of disorders of the foot, which can range from bunions and corns to fractures and injuries.

For further information on Podiatry visit the following sites:

Society of Chiropodists & Podiatrists
Health Professions Council
Institute of Chiropodists & Podiatrists

 

What is the difference between a Chiropodist and Podiatrist?

In the UK in 1993 the term Podiatry was introduced as a replacement word for chiropody as a recognised name for a foot specialist. Essentially, there is no difference between the two terms. However Podiatry is the modern term used to describe the profession, with chiropody being an element within Podiatric medicine. Chiropody is a term deriving from the Greek words 'chiros' and 'podos' meaning 'hands' and 'feet' respectively, from previous times when foot practitioners were called 'chiropodists'. The term Podiatrist derives from the Greek word 'podos' meaning 'foot' and 'iatros' translated as 'doctor'.

 

What is a Podopaediatrician?

A Podopaediatrician is a podiatrist who deals specifically with children's foot disorder.

 

What is an orthotic?

An orthotic is a custom made insole that is used to treat many biomechanical conditions, and can be prescribed by a Podiatrist.



What are the benefits of shoe inserts?

There are many different types of shoe inserts. They can be used for additional comfort, odour control, realignment of the foot to create improved posture, to name but a few. Over the counter insoles are mainly for mild foot problems such as mildly sore feet or excessive odour, but if you feel your foot requirements are more serious than this visit your local podiatrist, as a more functional insole may be needed. However custom made orthoses are for use with a specific foot problem and are suited exactly to the individual.

 

My job requires that I stand up for the majority of the day. Will this result in harmful effects on my feet?

In the modern day working environment, floors are usually man-made, and spending long periods of time of your feet on hard surfaces such as concrete will eventually take toll on your feet. Simple yet effective measures can be taken to prevent any damage to your feet. Rubber matting can be used to cushion the ground, as can shoes with softer, more flexible soles.

Shock absorbing insoles can also be an effective tool to lessen pressure on the foot. Silicone insoles are a good choice here, as are simple cushioning PORON insoles. Over the counter arch supports can help your feet to distribute pressure more evenly over the surface to reduce stress to the heel or forefoot.

Try to rest your feet whenever you get the chance, and if possible take your shoes off and let feet breathe.

For further information on foot care in the work place see these pages: Foot Health at Work

 

 





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