FOOTNOTES
SAY GOODBYE TO INGROWN TOENAILS: DISCOVER THE RELIEF OF PARTIAL NAIL ABLATION (PNA)
Some people have a genetic predisposition to curved nails, which increases their chance of developing an ingrown toenail. Other causes include injury or repeated pressure on the toe from inappropriate footwear. This painful and uncomfortable condition is unlikely to resolve itself and will require professional treatment.
A partial nail ablation (PNA) is a minor surgical procedure that removes a small section of the affected toenail and treats the nail bed to prevent regrowth.
Benefits include:
- No more painful flare-ups
- No more home remedies
- A minimally invasive procedure
- A quick recovery with most patients returning to their normal activities within 24-48 hours
The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic and takes less than an hour.
Don’t let ingrown toenails slow you down. Discover long-term relief today. Call us on 01722 340057
HYALURONIC ACID INSTRUCTIONS FOR ARTHRITIS – A STEP TOWARDS PAIN-FREE MOVEMENT
Arthritis in your lower limb or foot can make even the simplest of activities painful and exhausting.
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a natural gel found in healthy joints that acts as a cushion and lubricant. Arthritis wears this gel away causing stiffness and pain.
A Hyaluronic acid injection ‘tops up’ your joints’ naturally occurring HA-not dissimilar to oiling a squeaky hinge.
Benefits include:
- Long-lasting pain management (up to 12 months)
- Drug-free pain management (ideal for those who struggle to tolerate regular anti-inflammatories)
- Improved mobility
- Possible delay in the need for surgery
Hyaluronic acid injections are quick to administer, are usually well tolerated and work best for mild to moderate arthritis. HA is injected directly into the joint, typically the ankle, mid-foot or the big toe joints.
Call us on 01722 340057 for more information or to book an appointment.
‘First time visiting Total Foot Health and really impressed with the level of care and professionalism received from all staff. Saw Mr Owens for a biomedical assessment, which was incredibly thorough. All options were explained clearly, with both courtesy and consideration. I was made to feel very much at ease and able to ask questions. Can’t recommend highly enough. Thank you.’
REMEMBRANCE DAY
Honouring those who gave their all. We remember and thank them for their sacrifice.
Lest we forget…
COLD WEATHER FOOT AILMENTS
Winter-related podiatric conditions include:
- Chillblains – These small, itchy, tender swellings occur when the skin is exposed to cold and damp conditions and then rewarmed too quickly. In more severe cases, they can blister and become infected.
- Dry and cracked heels – Cold weather and indoor heating can strip your skin of moisture, which can lead to dry and cracked heels. Without care, cracks can deepen and become painful and infected.
- Cold-induced Athlete’s Foot – Winter footwear is designed to keep our feet warm. A warm and moist environment is an ideal breeding ground for the fungus that causes athlete’s foot. If left untreated, this could spread to your toenails.
Regular podiatry appointments can provide the right treatments, tools and knowledge to prevent unnecessary foot misery this winter. Call us today on 01722 340057 to book an appointment.
Prevention is better than a cure.
GIVE THE GIFT OF HAPPY FEET THIS CHRISTMAS
If you’re struggling to think of a present for someone this Christmas, how about the gift of comfort, confidence and care – a podiatry gift voucher!
A podiatry gift voucher is more than just a present – it’s an investment in someone’s wellbeing, which could have a host of positive long-term benefits.
We sell vouchers for ALL our services, from a well-deserved therapeutic podiatry appointment to a detailed musculoskeletal gait analysis, and everything in between. Alternatively, you could buy a ‘non-treatment-specific’ voucher which would allow the recipient to choose the treatment that suits them best – making it a really personal and thoughtful gift.
You can buy our vouchers from our reception. We are open Monday to Friday, 08:30 am to 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
A podiatry gift voucher – the most thoughtful gift with lasting benefits.
WARM WINTER INDULGENCE – THE PERFECT PAMPER TREATMENT FOR THIS TIME OF YEAR
Many people struggle this time of year. Whether it is the long and dark nights, cold and wet weather or the hustle and bustle of the festive season that is getting us down, it is important to make time to take care of yourself, and our Warm Winter Indulgence paper treatment is the ideal solution.
This 60-minute therapeutic treatment includes:
- Nail cutting and tidying up of callouses
- Gentle exfoliation of your feet
- Oil massage
- Soothing warm wax treatment
- Relaxing cream massage
If you feel that you could do with a pick-me-up, call us on 01722 340057 to book an appointment. Alternatively, you could buy someone a Warm Winter Indulgence gift voucher – a thoughtful and caring present that offers potential long-term benefits.
WE WOULD LIKE TO WISH ALL OUR PATIENTS:
Merry Christmas
And a Happy New Year
Please note that we will be closed from Thursday, 25th December 2025,
and we will open again on Friday, 2nd January 2026.