You go to the doctor to have your blood pressure checked. You have blood tests to check that you are healthy. It is a good idea to get your feet checked. The ideal age to have your feet checked is 5 to 6 years of age. However, it is never too late. Feet have many […]
Why every child should have their feet checked?
All children should get their teeth checked by a dentist. It is just as important to get their feet checked by a Podiatrist. Commonly children don’t complain of any pain or discomfort despite having flat feet or alignment problems. This is because their muscles and ligaments are generally very flexible so they can accommodate mal-alignment […]
Why elderly people should have their feet checked?
Foot problems are especially common in older people for multiple reasons. Nails can become thickened and brittle making them difficult to cut. Feet lose their fat and cushioning ability which can be one of the factors causing callouses and corns to develop. Muscles, tendons and ligaments in the foot can lose their elasticity causing the […]
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