If you’re dealing with stabbing heel pain that’s worst when you first get out of bed, you’re likely wondering: can a podiatrist (also known as a foot doctor) actually fix plantar fasciitis? The short answer is yes – a podiatrist can treat plantar fasciitis effectively, and they have access to treatment options that can provide […]
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On any given day, an average Australian adult walks around 5,000 steps. That’s a lot of steps! Experiencing foot pain during or after simple everyday activities can seriously limit your ability to move around and make your day harder than it needs to be. Luckily, there’s a solution in orthotics. They give support and take […]
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Orthotic therapy is a specialised approach we use to support and correct the structure and function of your feet and body. Just as glasses help correct vision, orthotic devices are designed to support your body in a way that can remove pain, correct misalignment, and improve mobility. We combine these orthoses with a custom treatment […]
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Radial Shockwave Therapy is a new, non-invasive way to promote healing and reduce pain in musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. It uses high-energy acoustic sound waves, to accelerate the body’s natural healing processes, increasing blood flow and metabolism. Shockwave Therapy targets specific areas to create controlled micro-trauma, increased blood flow, stimulate new blood vessel growth, and […]
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Custom Orthotics are a tool we use a lot at The Lower Limb Clinic. They play a pivotal role in many of our orthotic therapy treatment plans for lower limb conditions from plantar fasciitis to flat feet. They’re great for managing foot and ankle pain, realigning your foot mechanics, and basically allowing your body to […]
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If you’re dealing with Posterior Tibial Tendonitis (PTT) – also known as Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD), you know how challenging and painful it can be. This condition affects the tendon that supports the arch of the foot (posterior tibial tendon), leading to discomfort and mobility issues. But there’s a practical solution that might help […]
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Are you suffering from foot or heel pain that makes your daily activities more difficult? Foot orthotics may be the solution you’ve been searching for. Made to support and correct foot function, orthotics can alleviate pain and improve overall foot health. In this article we’ll talk about the 3 main types of orthotics and who […]
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Do you often wake up with a sharp pain in your heel? Or maybe you’ve noticed an increasing discomfort in your feet after a long day of standing or running? If so, you might be suffering from a common condition known as plantar fasciitis. But don’t worry, Dr Richard Chasen is here to tell you […]
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If you’re considering getting custom orthotics to correct a foot or other lower limb condition such as plantar fasciitis, you might be wondering how orthotics work. How Your Body Gets Out of Alignment A helpful frame for thinking about orthotics is driving in your car to a specific destination along a predefined route. You’ll be […]
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One of the questions we get asked all the time is, “Do I need orthotics?” Watch this video to hear Dr Richard Chasen’s answer: I wish I could give an easy yes or no answer, but it depends on a lot of factors. When someone comes to see us, we need to have a look […]
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