Warts
Plantar warts, also known as plantar verrucae, are lesions that occur on the bottom of the foot. These types of lesions can occur all over the body however are only…
Tibialis Posterior Tendon Injury
The tibialis posterior muscle is a long, thin and extremely strong muscle that starts in the depth of your calf, runs down the inside of the leg, around the inside…
Morton’s Neuroma
Morton’s Neuromas are one of the most common forefoot injuries that we treat at Wagga Podiatry Plus. Morton’s neuromas have the ability to cause significant and severe pain that can…
Kids Feet
Looking after a child’s feet and legs from a young age can positively impact their development into adolescence and adulthood. The feet are the foundation of the body and will…
Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are an irritating and often painful problem whereby the sharp edge of the nail pushes into the fleshy part of the skin of the toe. This pressure can…
High Arch (cavus) Feet
Pes cavus, sometimes known as tripod foot is a specific foot type that is characterised by a high medial arch. Whilst many people think high arch feet are indestructible they…
Heel Spurs
A heel spur is an area of extra bony prominence that protrudes from the heel bone (the calcaneus). This extra bony area on the heel can cause no pain or…
Heel Pain (Plantar Fasciitis)
Heel pain is the single most common injury that we treat at Wagga Podiatry Plus. Heel pain can be caused by many conditions such as heel spurs, baxters nerve impingement,…
Flat Feet
Flat feet, also known as Pes Planus is a term used to describe the flattening of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot when standing or walking. The flattening of…
Cracked Heels
Cracked, dry and callused heels. Whilst always unsightly, and often painful they are entirely preventable and easily treated. Do I have cracked heels? Cracked heels are straightforward, if the skin…
Corns and Calluses
Corns and Calluses are thickened, hard areas on the outer layer of the skin. They are typically uncomfortable, often painful and always unsightly. Experience the relief of having them removed…
Bunions
Bunions, the big bump on the inside of grandma’s big toe joint that you used to stare at in amazement as a little kid. How did it not hurt you…
Ball of Foot Pains
Pain on the ball of the foot, often referred to as metatarsalgia is a common injury that we assess and treat at Wagga Podiatry Plus. The ball of the foot…
Arch Pain
Pain through the arch of the foot is incredibly common, especially in active people or those who spend extended periods of time on their feet. . Often the pain in…
Achilles Tendonitis
Achilles tendonitis (Achilles tendinopathy or tendinosis) is the inflammation or degeneration of the Achilles tendon (the strong and thick band on the back of the heel). Most people suffering from…
Shockwave Therapy – Not a magic wand, but pretty close to it.
Whilst an intimidating name, shockwave therapy is anything but. It is one of our favourite tools that we use in clinic to help treat chronic or stubborn muscle and tendon…
Footwear Modifications – Thinking outside the (shoe) box
As Podiatrists, we spend a lot of time and energy on modifying biomechanics by changing things inside the shoe via orthotics, padding, foams etc etc. One of the most overlooked…
What’s the deal with dry needling?
Dry needling is a fantastic treatment option that our Podiatrists at Wagga Podiatry Plus offer for people suffering from muscle and tendon injuries who require some hands-on treatment to get…
Why is my foot getting bigger when I’m pregnant?
At Wagga Podiatry Plus our podiatrists see a ton of biomechanically related injuries happening to women during and post-pregnancy. It’s even more common for new mums to note they’ve gone…
Why do my kid’s heels hurt?
Severs disease is a nasty name for a less nasty but incredibly common problem affecting boys and girls from the ages to 8-14. Sever’s (named after Mr Sever) is more…