Thinking On Your Feet
Foot health is too important to be ignored but fortunately maintaining healthy feet has never been easier with the use of innovative technology
Most people’s health concerns revolve primarily around diet, exercise, and mental wellness – yet foot health is an essential but often overlooked aspect of our overall wellness and remains an unsung hero. The structure and function of our feet impact our posture, balance and the alignment of our entire body so don’t we owe it to ourselves to start taking care of them?
Routine foot care involves more than just an occasional pedicure or wearing ‘sensible’ shoes, it should include regular check-ups with a podiatrist, in the same way you’d go for a regular check-up with your dentist. This is even more important if you experience pain, discomfort, or notice any changes in the way you walk. Issues such as flat feet, high arches, or an improper gait can have a knock-on effect, leading to pain in the knees, hips, back, and even the neck. Over time, these problems can worsen, leading to more serious conditions like arthritis or joint degeneration.
A regular appointment with a trained podiatrist will help identify minor problems such as corns, bunions, cracked heels and ingrown toenails which can be easily visually identified and treated and managed. But what about underlying conditions that can’t be seen – this is where the use of pressure plate technology in clinic can be a game-changer.
David Nicholls, founder and lead practitioner at That Foot Shop tells me: “Unlike traditional methods of examination that rely on visual inspection, we use the ‘Gait and Motion Technologies Footscan’ system which gives me a dynamic view of how your feet interact with the ground. This information is crucial because it helps to identify imbalances, abnormal pressure points, and areas that may be prone to injury. From this I’m able to provide personalised recommendations, whether it’s custom orthotics, specific exercises, or changes in footwear. Conditions such as flat feet, plantar fasciitis, or even the early stages of diabetic foot complications can be detected and addressed before they become more serious problems.”
The use of this technology is relatively widespread and as a preventative tool, can save you significant costs in the long run, but more importantly, avoid clients enduring weeks, maybe months, of chronic pain and conditions that require expensive treatment from physical therapy to surgery. Identifying issues early through a pressure plate analysis, it’s possible to take proactive steps to avoid these outcomes.
That Foot Shop makes it easy for you to prioritise foot health, it’s easily accessible and has ample free parking ensuring that getting the care you need is convenient and stress-free. The friendly and knowledgeable staff are dedicated to providing you with the highest level of care, ensuring that you feel comfortable and supported throughout your visit.
South Ribble Tennis Centre
Cuerden Way
Bamber Bridge PR5 6BJ
07809 362734
07751 203702
152 Bury Old Road
Whitefield
Greater Manchester M45 6AT
0161 766 3078
davinicholls@gmail.com
thatfootshop.com
