Author Archive | Mike Talbot

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The 3 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Selecting Their Summer Footwear!

The 3 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Selecting Their Summer Footwear! ย  As the weather heats up and the long summer days arrive, itโ€™s time to transition from our winter boots to our summer shoes. If youโ€™ve ever struggled with this or just donโ€™t know what to look for, then keep reading as I am […]

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Why Does My Foot Pain Get Worse In Winter

Why Does My Foot Pain Get Worse In Winter? If you find winter a real pain in the foot youโ€™re not alone. As the temperature drops to single digits and below, and the wind and rain sets in, clients have already started asking โ€œwhy does the cold weather make my foot pain worse?โ€. Many people […]

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How to Fix and Prevent Preseason Shin Splints

How to Fix and Prevent Preseason Shin Splints The footy and netball season is fast approaching, which means pre-season training is here. This often means time trials and lots of running as you work towards maximising your fitness and conditioning your body for the upcoming season. This training can be gruelling and is often where […]

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How Foot Mobilisation Therapy Can Fix Foot Pain Without Orthotics

If youโ€™ve had foot pain for a while youโ€™ve probably sought help from your doctor or local podiatrist, and more than likely youโ€™ve been told you need orthotics to fix your foot pain. This is because the way your feet walk and move, can put extra pressure and load on the ligaments, muscles and joints […]

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If Your Sprained Ankle Is Still Sore Months Later, Read This Now!

So youโ€™ve sprained your ankle, done the rehab and its been months but your ankle still doesnโ€™t feel right. Maybe you are finding it difficult to wear your high heels again. Perhaps stairs are a challenge or you canโ€™t squat or stretch your calf muscle like you used too and maybe your ankle just feels […]

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How to vote for us in the Trader Awards

Here’s how to vote for us in the Trader Awards. Voting closes Monday 2nd of September and just for voting you could WIN $1000 shopping voucher. First open the voting page at https://www.yourviewholdfast.com/jettyroadawards19 Then click on the TAKE SURVEY button Then select the “Best Heath, Wellness and Fitness” category Then choose “Foot & Leg Centre” […]

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Childrenโ€™s School Shoes โ€“ 7 crucial mistakes every parent should avoid when they buy their childโ€™s next pair of school shoes!

Childrenโ€™s School Shoes โ€“ 7 crucial mistakes every parent should avoid when they buy their childโ€™s next pair of school shoes! Choosing your childโ€™s school shoes can be a bit of a mine field. There are lots of brands, designs and prices. There are also often school uniform and dress code requirements too. How active […]

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Plantar Fasciitis – Should You Get An Injection?

I’ve Got ‘Plantar Fasciitis’ – Should I Get An Injection? As a podiatrist clients often ask if they should get an injection for Plantar Fasciitis. So we thought it would be a good idea to bust a few myths and bring a bit of clarity to ‘Plantar Fasciitis’ and the use of cortisone and steroid […]

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How to Choose a Podiatrist

How to choose a podiatrist for your foot pain problem!   So you have suffered long enough with your foot pain problem and itโ€™s finally time to get help! A friend, colleague or other health professional may have suggested that you go and see a podiatrist. Now unless you receive a great referral or recommendation […]

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How come my feet have developed bunions?

How come my feet have developed bunions? Bunions are common, really common! Current research suggests as many as 1 in 3 adults will develop a bunion.ย Bunions are more common in females (at least twice as common). The risk of bunion development increases as we get older. Too often people believe that the only treatment option […]

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