Why Does My Heel Hurt? Common Causes

Why Does My Heel Hurt? Common Causes

Why does my heel hurt? Learn the common causes of heel pain, when to seek specialist care, and what may help if symptoms keep returning.

Can Flat Feet Be Corrected?

Can Flat Feet Be Corrected?

Can flat feet be corrected? Learn when flat feet improve with orthotics, exercises or surgery, and when specialist assessment is the next step.

Best Treatment for Hallux Rigidus

Best Treatment for Hallux Rigidus

The best treatment for hallux rigidus depends on pain, stiffness and joint damage. Learn when footwear, injections or surgery may help.

Bunion Surgery Recovery Time Explained

Bunion Surgery Recovery Time Explained

Bunion surgery recovery time varies by procedure, swelling and work demands. Learn what to expect week by week and when normal activity returns.

When Do Bunions Need Surgery?

When Do Bunions Need Surgery?

When do bunions need surgery? Learn the signs, timing, treatment options and when specialist assessment is the right next step for pain.

Hammertoe Surgery Before and After

Hammertoe Surgery Before and After

See what hammertoe surgery before and after really involves, from symptoms and planning to recovery, footwear, swelling and long-term results.

Cross-Over 5th Toe Correction

Cross-Over 5th Toe Correction

Toe Correction   Hally presented with a condition that looks relatively minor, however to many people the position of the fifth toe can be of significant concern. The cross-over 5th toe can cause issues with footwear, developing corns where it rubs on the shoe. A...

Surgical Correction of Bunions

Surgical Correction of Bunions

Painful Bunions Mel is an active 39 year old who presented to Ozan with painful bunions. Both sides of the family have bunions including Mels brother. Mel had noticed that they were becoming larger and painful, and for these reasons opted to have surgery. Other forms...

Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown Toenail Problems Apologies for the surgical pictures Ingrown toenails are one of the most common complaints that present to Podiatrists. They can be quite painful and at their worst can become infected. When conservative care fails, Podiatrists perform a very...