Foot Health Insights

Achilles pain when running: why rest and stretch keeps failing and the simple plan that works

Quick note This is general education about Achilles pain when running, not personal medical advice. If you’ve felt a sudden pop, noticed major swelling or bruising, or you can’t push off the ground properly, get assessed promptly. A corporate half-marathon runner sat in my clinic recently and said, “I’ve rested twice now. It keeps coming […]

25 February 2026

How to Reduce Achilles Pain in 48 Hours

How to reduce achilles pain starts with calming the flare: cut the main irritators, use supportive shoes or a small heel lift if needed, and keep moving within a mild, predictable pain range so the tendon can settle and begin to tolerate load again. This is exactly what we use in clinic in Australia in […]

18 February 2026

Achilles Tendonitis Pain: What to Do Today to Feel Better Tomorrow

If you’re dealing with achilles tendonitis pain, you’re probably asking some version of: Is this serious? Is it a tear? Should I stop everything? Why does it feel worse in the morning but “okay” once I warm up? I’m Tim Mulholland, a podiatrist in Melbourne and an educator at La Trobe University. I see Achilles […]

17 February 2026

The 6 Best Running Shoes for Achilles Tendonitis

Updated in February 2026: these are the six best running shoes for Achilles tendinitis. Chosen by our podiatrists, who run locally and (annoyingly) have had to rehab this exact injury ourselves. Now this list of shoes is something that we’ve put a lot of sweat and tears into. A couple of our podiatry team including […]

17 February 2026

The 5 Best Running Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis in 2025

Your podiatrist-approved guide to shoes that ease heel pain, support your plantar fascia, and keep you running happy. Updated July 2025 by Tim Mulholland, podiatrist, runner, and absolute shoe enthusiast from Pride Podiatry, Melbourne. Quick Summary Table Shoe Best For Drop Weight Why It Works Hoka Bondi 9 Max cushioning 4mm 310g Broad, stable heel […]

30 July 2025

Achilles Tendonitis Laser Treatment : 32 % Faster Pain‑Drop (Backed by Science, Not Hype)

When hobbling on a grumpy Achilles can feel bloody awful. Achilles tendonitis laser treatment could be the missing link when your tendon pain won’t shift.So before you consign your runners to the too‑hard basket, here’s how low‑level laser therapy (LLLT) can carve out a “low‑pain window” so you can finally load the tendon – the […]

16 July 2025

Do Orthotics Work? Real Answers for Foot, Ankle & Knee Pain Relief

Orthotic insoles, also known as ‘orthotic innersoles’, ‘orthosis’ and just simply ‘orthotics’ are incredible devices that sit comfortably under your feet to change loading. Many shoes come with a foam innersole; designed as a one-size-fits-all comfortable platform to walk on. Custom orthotics differ in that they are designed to fit your individual biomechanical profile. The […]

10 July 2025

3 Achilles Pain Mistakes Runners Make (and How to Dodge Them)

In the time it takes to brew a flat white, about four minutes, you will walk through the three Achilles Pain Mistakes that keep tendons grumpy, see the behavioural quirks behind each one, and pick up small yet high-leverage tweaks you can start today. Expect a clear checklist to judge whether self-management will do or […]

3 July 2025

Why Does My Achilles Hurt in the Morning? (And What to Do About It)

Let’s talk Achilles pain in the morning. You roll out of bed, stand up, and—zap!—your first steps feel like you’re walking on dried spaghetti. A few minutes later the pain melts away, but the worry is still there. Waking up stiff? Start the free 7‑day Tendon Time course. Sound familiar? Years ago, I was jogging […]

2 July 2025

Heel Pain Reset

Your Heel Hurts. But Not for the Reason You Think. A free 3-day email series to help you fix your heel pain with strength, support, and smart moves — not just stretches or new shoes. What You’ll Learn Who’s it for: ✅ You wake up hobbling✅ You’ve tried stretching, foam rolling, or resting and it’s […]

9 April 2025

Heel Pain and the Calf Stretch Trap

A Lesson From My Cough Let’s talk about two things you didn’t expect in the same sentence: heel pain and a lingering cough. I’ve had this dry, scratchy cough for over a week now—started with fever and chills, tested negative for COVID and flu, but the cough won’t quit. And somewhere between a lozenge and […]

26 March 2025

Tendon Time: Free 7 Day Achilles Treatment Plan

7 Days to Your Stronger, Springier Achilles Tendon. No more gueswork. No more wasted time. Just a clear plan to get your Achilles back on track. Join the short email course with an 86% completion rate. Learn the exact framework I use with my clients in clinic as well as for my own Achilles Tendon. […]

12 March 2025

The Secret to Perfect Orthotics: What Your Podiatrist Should Be Telling You (But Probably Isn’t)

The perfect orthotics can change your life—if you get them right. But here’s the truth most podiatrists won’t tell you: not all orthotics are created equal, and the wrong ones can set you back months in recovery while burning a hole in your wallet. I’m not here to sell you anything. I’m here to empower […]

21 January 2025

Sore Achilles? Stretching Could Be Making It Worse

If your Achilles feels stiff, sore, and unpredictable, you’re not alone. Stretching might seem like the logical fix. It’s easy, feels productive, and everyone recommends it. But here’s the truth: stretching might actually be the worst thing you can do for a sore Achilles tendon. Not only could it be delaying your recovery, but it […]

14 January 2025

Best Running Shoes for Ball of Foot Pain

The 10 best running shoes for ball of foot pain as chosen by our keen runners expert podiatry team. Updated January 2025. Key Points Got ball of foot pain? It’s a real killjoy on the running trail. We see it, we solve it daily at Pride Podiatry. This isn’t a “one shoe fits all” scenario. […]

14 January 2025

5 Things You Must Know About Laser Therapy Before Starting Treatment

In the next 5 minutes you’re going to know whether laser therapy is likely to be an effective treatment for your foot pain. And sore feet can be a real pain in the… Whether it’s that nagging heel pain when you first step out of bed or discomfort that lingers throughout the day, finding relief […]

7 January 2025

The Best Work Boots Australia 2024

There’s a few questions Tim and Jess (a couple of our Melbourne Podiatrist’s) get asked all the time. One of the big ones is what are the best work boots. We wrote about it for you in 2020, 2021, and now, hot off the press, here’s the 2024 (new boots, new pics) update. If you’re […]

22 April 2024

Best Running Shoes For Heel Pain

These are the best running shoes for heel pain according to foot doctors (podiatrists) and keen runners here in Melbourne. **Updated April 2024** But first, a warning. If you’re looking for the perfect pair of shoes that will take away your heel pain completely then you’ve come to the wrong place. Actually, that place you’re […]

21 April 2024

The 5 Best Running Shoes For Pain On Top Of The Foot

If you’re a runner and you’re looking for running shoes for pain on top of the foot you’re in luck. **Updated April 2024** As a podiatrist, I’ve had the pleasure of treating many clients with pain on the top of the foot. It’s a complex area with a lot of different things that can go […]

21 April 2024

Orthotic Guarantee

Our orthotic guarantee is just what you’ve been looking for. We guarantee your insoles for both comfort and shoe fit. And yes, all our custom orthotics prescribed by Pride Podiatrists are covered. As podiatrists who are experts in custom orthotics we understand how beneficial they are. We have years of experience prescribing, teaching, learning, and […]

31 October 2023

The 6 Best Running Shoes for Arch Pain

The 6 Best Running Shoes for Arch Pain | A Podiatrist’s Perspective As runners, nothing halts our pace quite like arch pain. For some It’s a sting that reminds us with every stride – and for others – it’s post run arch stiffness that spoils our runners high. No matter which, getting the right pair […]

12 October 2023

How To Tell If Your Feet Are Causing Your Hip Pain

Your hip pain might be shouting out for you to look down – at your feet! If hip pain is a daily reminder to you that something is going wrong but you’re just not sure what it is and what you can do about it? You’re not the only one. Hip pain is one of […]

6 October 2023

The Best Gumboots in Australia

Podiatrist, dog walker, and puddle jumper enthusiast Tanya Contis brings you the best gumboots in Australia. Gumboots, Wellington Boots, Rain Boots, Galoshes or Waders. Call them what you may, they are a must when trying to keep your feet warm and dry during our long winter months. As a podiatrist looking after feet in Australia […]

28 July 2023

Forget Heel Spurs, The Real Reason You Have Heel Pain On Walking Is Strangely Simple

Heel pain on walking, particularly that first step in the morning is caused by a heel spur. That’s what your doctor said. And why shouldn’t they, look there at the X-ray of your foot they took. It’s clear, there’s a heel spur on the image and it’s smack in the middle of where you feel […]

5 July 2023

How To Treat Heel Pain in Pascoe Vale

By the end of this article you will know how to treat heel pain in Pascoe Vale. But why should you care? If you’re like me, you’re a podiatrist who is visited by hundreds of Pascoe Vale residents limping in with sore heels in the morning or aching heels when they run. And when someones […]

26 June 2023

Why Your Morning Heel Pain Is A Wake-Up Call

A guide to taking back your first steps from morning heel pain in Melbourne from a local podiatrist. Melbourne, the city that never sleeps, but what about you? Are you waking up to a sharp jolt of pain under your heel, turning the start of your day into a relentless challenge? You might be one […]

16 June 2023

How To Relieve Achilles Pain From Too Much Running

Do you suffer from Achilles pain? An aching in your heel that catches you every morning when you rise from bed? Or maybe yours is worse at the start and beginning of your run? Giving you just enough respite in the middle that you start thinking – maybe this achilles pain is getting better? You’re […]

13 April 2023

The Stability Running Shoe Odyssey: Your Anchor, Toolbox and Map to Your Perfect Run

As a story-obsessed podiatrist, I’ve found the quest for the best stability running shoe for both myself and my clients to be full of pitfalls. There’s almost as much jargon and confusion from running shoe brands that keeping up with the lingo is like trying to remember who that character on screen is when watching […]

12 April 2023

What is the Difference Between a Foot Corn and a Plantar Wart

Have you ever wondered what is the difference between a foot corn and plantar wart? You know, those built-up lesions of hard skin that cause that feeling of discomfort on your feet? Did you do some google research and found out that you only have a few days to live and start panicking. Well, rest […]

2 February 2023

How Orthotics for Ball of Foot Pain Can Help You Get Your Spring Back in Your Step

Within the next 5 minutes, you’re going to know whether a pair of orthotics for ball of foot pain is going to help you get your spring back in your step. And if you’re reading this, you already know how frustrating ball of foot pain can be. That reminder, every single step as you push […]

12 January 2023

Orthotics for Flat Feet (When You Need a Real Podiatrist Not Dr Scholl)

If you need a pair of orthotics for flat feet to provide arch support or reduce the pain you should skip the visit to the supermarket aisle to see Dr Scholl. Your feet will thank you. Orthotics for flat feet have come a long way since Dr Scholl first started crafting supports that are now […]

6 January 2023

Orthotics for Plantar Fasciitis

For years and years, we’ve gotten orthotics for plantar fasciitis all wrong. Historically, if you were looking for orthotics for your plantar fasciitis you had two options. The first was to grab a soft pair of insoles from the chemist, and the second was to see your podiatrist (or orthotist) for a hard pair made […]

4 January 2023

Don’t Start Shockwave Therapy in Melbourne Without Reading This First

It was more than 4 years ago when I was first asked my opinion on shockwave therapy in Melbourne. At the time I was consulting as a podiatrist as well as teaching final-year podiatry students at La Trobe University. Shockwave therapy had been around for a couple of years making waves with various pockets of […]

3 January 2023

Best Football Boots 2023

Footy is back! And with the smell of wet grass, deep heat and meat pies comes our anticipated Best Football Boots 2023 list. Off the top we’ll get to the best pair of boots of the season and why. Deeper into the article we’ll talk about boot selection for different positions, foot shapes and grounds. […]

12 December 2022

How To Treat Your Plantar Wart

By the time you’ve finished reading this article, you’re going to know everything you need to treat your plantar wart. And I mean need to know. If you’re reading this then you already know how embarrassing having a wart on your feet is. You know the feeling of having to keep your shoes and socks […]

2 December 2022

Shockwave Treatment For Plantar Fasciitis In Melbourne

Is your heel sore in the morning? This if for you if you’re suffering with plantar fasciitis in Melbourne. Do you dread putting your feet on the floor in the morning? Have you tried stretching your arch and calf to no avail? You feel ok during the day and think – maybe it’s getting better? […]

30 November 2022

Shockwave Treatment For Achilles Tendonitis In Pascoe Vale

Is your Achilles stiff and sore in the morning? This if for you if you’re suffering with Achilles tendonitis in Pascoe Vale. Do you dread putting your feet on the floor in the morning? Have you tried stretching but it doesn’t seem to fix it? You feel ok during the day and think – maybe […]

24 November 2022

Best Sandals For Women

Fashion is hard on feet. Women’s footwear fashion, brutal. So as a podiatrist working in Melbourne CBD I’m constantly asked for my advice on what are the best sandals for women. Oh, and what are the best running shoes for women but my colleague Jess has you girls covered with her list. I’m not going […]

23 November 2022

Are Calf Push-Ups A Better Exercise Than Walking For Diabetes

Can calf push-ups bust the myth that you have to walk for miles to manage your diabetes with exercise? If you have diabetes, you’ve heard it all, everyone has an opinion on how you should be living your life. Make sure you walk every day Don’t put any sugar in your coffee Don’t wear those […]

23 November 2022

How To Get Rid Of Warts On Your Feet At Home

If you have warts on your feet that you’re embarrassed about, you’re not alone. Here, our podiatrists are going to show you how to get rid of warts on your feet at home. You might want to do this because you’re sick of wearing thongs on your feet when you’re in the shower. Or maybe […]

17 November 2022

When Sore Feet In The Morning Is Not Plantar Fasciitis

If you get up out of bed and suffer from sore feet in the morning there’s a good chance someone in your life has told you it’s “plantar fasciitis”. And fair enough. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common foot injuries that affects around 10% of all Australians. It’s also often particularly painful when […]

2 November 2022

Shockwave Treatment For Achilles Tendonitis In Melbourne

Is your Achilles stiff and sore in the morning? This if for you if you’re suffering with Achilles tendonitis in Melbourne. Do you dread putting your feet on the floor in the morning? Have you tried stretching your Achilles and calf to no avail? You feel ok during the day and think – maybe it’s […]

1 November 2022

Introducing Emerald Podiatrist Sikhie

Your Emerald podiatry team is thrilled to offer your more sessions with Emerald podiatrist Sikhie Samarasekera. Sikhie brings his caring touch and encouraging support to your sessions where he’s looking forward to helping you and your feet feel better. As an introduction we sat down for a short chat to get to know Sikhie. QandA […]

19 October 2022

The Do’s and Don’ts of Shockwave Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis

Shockwave treatment for plantar fasciitis is available at our PridePlus Health clinics. But before you take the plunge, here’s what you need to know. If you want to rehabilitate your plantar fasciitis with shockwave therapy don’t make these mistakes. When you’re struggling with heel pain, particularly heel pain that has been around for a long […]

17 October 2022

Footwear Advice: Podiatrist Shoe Recommendations (That look as good as they feel)

Most of you reading this would be thinking that your podiatrist shoe recommendations are going to be “sensible”. And by sensible, you’re thinking our footwear advice is going to be: And that’s a fair cop. In the past podiatrists have been guilty of asking many clients to put away those patent leathers. Ditch the dazzling […]

27 September 2022

The 3 Best Recovery Slides For Ball of Foot Pain 

These are the 3 best recovery slides for ball of foot pain so you can get back to playing sport quickly. If you’re an Aussie like me who plays sport or goes for long runs on the weekend and suffer with pain in the ball of your foot afterwards you’re not alone. Thousands of us […]

21 September 2022

A podiatrist with a broken foot gets back to running

4 Moon Boots, 2 MRIs, 2 pairs of orthotics and hours of rehab. A podiatrist with a broken foot gets back to running. After being a podiatrist for 12 years, I broke my foot in two places, and found myself sitting in the “other” chair in a podiatrists office. Despite years in the foot game, […]

12 September 2022

What Is Fascia?

What is fascia and what does it do? This is the second piece in our Anatomy Class series. If you missed learning about ligaments and how they are like the seatbelt in your car you can check that one out too. In the series we will take you through all the interesting tissues which make […]

18 August 2022

Running Shoes vs Gym Shoes: Why Running Shoes Are Not for Gym Workouts

If you think that running shoes and the gym shoes you wear to workout in are the same, you’d be wrong. But you certainly wouldn’t be the first person to think that.  A huge number of people wear their running and gym shoes interchangeably. However, doing so is actually detrimental to your feet and your […]

18 August 2022

Our Attendance Agreement With You

Here at PridePlus Health, we are podiatrists, physiotherapists and exercise physiologists whose purpose is to help you feel better. Your appointment time is important to us. While we understand that unexpected events may pop up and require schedule adjustments, we appreciate that you contact us about your need to reschedule your appointment as soon as […]

16 August 2022

Best Women’s Shoes for Wide Feet

I’ve seen so many clients struggle to find the best Women’s shoes for wide feet around Melbourne. In our Melbourne CBD podiatry clinic I’ll have Women visit daily struggling with sore corns on the outside of their toes from rubbing up against tight shoes. I hear of the frustration, traipsing about from shop to shop […]

12 August 2022

Why is my toenail black?

Hey Tim, you’re a podiatrist – can you help me out – Why is my toenail black? As the saying goes, if I had a dollar every time I was asked that question… I’d have a fair few dollars, particularly from runners here in Melbourne who ramp up their training for one of our great […]

4 August 2022

5 Ingrown Toenail Remedies You Can Do At Home

In order to fix your ingrown toenail, you’re going to need to do a few things at home. For many, the important step of seeing a podiatrist will come a day or two after painful ingrown toenail symptoms start. Your podiatry session is still going to be necessary to resolve your ingrown toenail for good. […]

14 July 2022

Heel Spur Treatment: How do you get rid of a heel spur?

7 July 2022

The Best School Shoes

These are the best school shoes according to podiatrists for your kids feet. Curated and updated July 2022. Getting the best school shoes for your little or not-so-little ones used to be easy. Our aim is to help bring that ease back to what has been an increasingly difficult task for parents. In the past […]

7 July 2022

The 3 Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Melbourne Feet Need

When your heel is sore walking to the hallowed grounds of the MCG, standing in line for your $6 latte or jogging the tan, you need the best plantar fasciitis treatment Melbourne has to offer. And that is where your team of podiatrists at PridePlus Health comes in. Strap in, we’re going to change your […]

30 June 2022

Lessons learned treating pain on top of the foot

I used to think treating pain on the top of the foot was hard. Turns out I was just making some simple mistakes. If you have pain on the top of the foot start with your podiatry session. Book online or call us. Early in my podiatry career I developed a bias for getting great […]

15 June 2022

New Collins Street Address

Is that trumpets I hear? We’re celebrating our new Collins Street Address with our good friends Pure Physiotherapy. For some the Queen’s Birthday weekend is a chance to relax, for your Melbourne CBD podiatry team it was busy one. We closed up and said goodbye to Level 4, 52 Collins Street after 5 great years […]

15 June 2022

7 Benefits Of Custom Foot Orthotics

9 June 2022

How To Choose The Right Runners For Your Orthotics

Here’s how to choose the right runners for your orthotics. If you’ve just invested in your foot health by getting a great pair of orthotics your new shoes are a vital 2nd step. Your orthotics have been prescribed for your feet to push just where you need the support. But with the wrong shoe, that […]

2 June 2022

It’s Not A Lack Of Calcium That Causes White Spots On Your Toenails

Worried about what causes white spots on your toenails? You’re not alone. Most people think that a lack of calcium in your diet causes white spots on your toenails. Unfortunately an extra glass of milk in the morning isn’t going to help your nails recover from their white spots. The problem is, white spots on […]

31 May 2022

Forget Spiky Ball Massage This Is How A Podiatrist Treats Heel Pain

Hey you with a sore heel, have you read online that you need to use a spiky ball massage technique? Hardy little devils, spiky balls come in a variety of shapes and sizes and are a mainstay of wellness blogs. There’s also plenty of health professionals, not just podiatrists but physiotherapists, chiropractors and osteopaths too […]

20 May 2022

Treatment For Peroneal Tendonitis, That Pain On The Outside Of Your Foot

Melbourne CBD podiatrist Ella Wright is here to help you understand what treatment for peroneal tendonitis involves for you. Do you get an aching pain on the outside of your foot or ankle that feels worse after periods of rest? Does the pain get better with small levels of activity, but gets worse again if […]

13 May 2022

Forget Chemist Slippers, These Are The Best Slippers in Australia According to Podiatrists

“Tim why are my feet so sore? I got these slippers from the Chemist, they should be good for me right?” Unfortunately for so many people who come to see us in our Podiatry clinics the best slippers in Australia are not found at your local chemist. And this isn’t a chemist bashing post! No […]

12 May 2022

How To Strap A Foot For Plantar Fasciitis

If you’re looking for the fastest, simple and effective way to strap a foot for plantar fasciitis you’ve come to the right place. Your morning heel pain can be reduced, and in some cases resolved by strapping. On this page you’ll learn from an experienced podiatrist how to strap your own foot, or someone else’s […]

11 May 2022

Introducing Melbourne CBD Podiatrist Ella Wright

Melbourne CBD podiatrist Ella Wright is the latest team member to join us at PridePlus Health. Ella brings a wealth of exceptional clinical experience and her winning attitude to all her podiatry sessions. As an introduction we sat down for a short QandA to get to know Ella a little better. QandA with podiatrist Ella […]

3 May 2022

Introducing Podiatrist Zainab

Ahead of podiatrist Zainab Alnajar coming back to Pascoe Vale we sat down together to talk about all things feet, Zainab and even the Twilight saga. Need a podiatry appointment in Pascoe Vale? Choose a time that suits you. Q and A with Podiatrist Zainab Tim and Zainab sat down to talk. Here’s the transcript. […]

12 April 2022

The Best Diabetic Shoes

If you have diabetes you’ve probably had plenty of well meaning conversations with your doctor about your feet. You’ve had them checked by your podiatrist and you’re doing your best to keep your blood sugars under control. But what about shoes? Do you find getting the best diabetic shoes difficult? First, what even is a […]

4 February 2022

Insoles for High Arches

If you’ve ever worn insoles for high arches and been uncomfortable or in pain, I have an apology for you. Insoles for high arches have been prescribed all wrong, and for that, on behalf of our profession, I’m sorry. As a podiatrist with over 10 years experience teaching and consulting here’s the truth. If you […]

13 January 2022

Best Thongs in Australia According to Podiatrists

Here’s our podiatrist Tanya with a list of the best thongs you can wear in Australia. We’re talking comfort, support and also versatility. Is there a more Aussie summer sound that thongs slapping against your feet as you walk on piping hot sand? Maybe a mozzie in the tent or the sizzle of the barbie? […]

23 December 2021

Orthotics for Women’s Shoes

Righto sister, we’re talking about orthotics for Women’s shoes here. If you have ever thought to yourself, “damn my feet are sore in these heels”? Or looked at your colleagues striding to work in their runners only to slip into some gorgeous, powerful but “you’ll-pay-for-them-later” pumps at their desk and just wish there was a […]

8 December 2021

Forget Calf Stretching. This is how you fix tight calves

Does calf stretching even help fix tight calves? Our podiatrists and physiotherapists are to explain as well as solve your tight calf issues. Hands up, who here has been told to stretch your calf muscles? Everyone? And who here actually does it every single day? Right, almost no-one. We often feel tight in the calf […]

1 December 2021

Turf Toe Taping & Injury Treatment

A turf toe injury can be debilitating for athletes of all levels. It’s not ever fair. Some of us can get the painful condition without even playing on turf. Or competing at high levels, or even playing sports at all. So what is a turf toe injury? Why do they happen? How do we treat […]

25 October 2021

Foot Care Tips To Make Your Feet & Your Podiatrist Happy

These foot care tips are pretty much all you need to do keep your feet and your podiatrist happy. They’re simple. Easy. But hardly ground-breaking stuff. And yet, every week in clinic I see feet that are not happy. They’re not getting the love and attention they need at home. Sure, I can love them. […]

18 October 2021

Foot Health Quiz

How healthy are your feet? Your ankles and feet are your foundation. Essential for moving and leading an active life. You want to chase the dog around the park? Feet help with that. Dig up the backyard? Yeah, that’s probably going to involve your feet. Running a PB in the Melbourne Marathon? Strong, healthy feet […]

13 October 2021

8 Iconic Shoe Moments in Movies

If you were going to draw a Venn diagram of my passions as a podiatrist, great movies and great shoes would be overlapping circles. Here I’m going to lighten things up a bit with 8 iconic shoe moments in movies. We’re talking classic flicks and iconic kicks. From 8 to 1… 8: Pretty Woman The […]

22 September 2021

High Risk of Diabetes Foot Problems

Our podiatry team has recorded this video for you if you have found out that your feet are of high risk of diabetes foot problems. We’ll take you through your results and what they mean for you. Also, we’ll talk about how to keep looking after your feet so they’ll look after you. If videos […]

16 September 2021

Moderate Risk of Diabetes Foot Problems

Our podiatry team has recorded this video for you if you have found out that your feet are of moderate risk of diabetes foot problems. We’ll take you through your results and what they mean for you. Also, we’ll talk about how to keep looking after your feet so they’ll look after you. If videos […]

16 September 2021

Low Risk of Diabetes Foot Problems

Our podiatry team has recorded this video for you if you have found out that your feet are of low risk of diabetes foot problems. We’ll take you through your results and what they mean for you. Also, we’ll talk about how to keep looking after your feet so they’ll look after you. If videos […]

16 September 2021

Free Online Heel Pain Test

Our expert podiatrists and physiotherapists have developed a free online heel pain test for you to find out what is causing the pain in your heel. If you have heel pain, start here. Heel Pain Test Can’t see the test above or having trouble loading the test? Some browsers don’t like interactive content. If the […]

6 September 2021

Retrocalcaneal Bursitis

We were on holiday. Walking around the concrete jungle of NYC when my partner’s heel blew up. There was this incredible sharp pain every step from where her heel rubbed against the back of her shoe. “You’ve got retrocalcaneal bursitis” I helpfully offered as a diagnosis, “we’ll need to get some different shoes”. Well, turns […]

2 September 2021

Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment

Baxter’s nerve entrapment is the middle child of plantar heel pain. So often overlooked and missed as a diagnosis because everyone’s paying attention to the other siblings plantar fasciitis and achilles tendonitis. For many people with heel pain they only hear about a diagnosis of Baxter’s nerve entrapment after spending months and months treating their […]

2 September 2021

Calcaneal Stress Fracture

While it’s hardly a daily occurrence for a calcaneal stress fracture to walk through this podiatrists door, they’re still common enough to cause plenty of people trouble. What is a Calcaneal Stress Fracture A calcaneal stress fracture is a relatively uncommon type of heel pain. The fact that it doesn’t happen as often as other […]

2 September 2021

Heel Fat Pad Injury

If I had to chose what my favourite all time injury to treat in clinic was, it would be a heel fat pad injury. It’s one of the most misunderstood, misdiagnosed and yet rewarding problems to help solve. Let me take you through why. What is a Heel Fat Pad Injury A heel fat pad […]

2 September 2021

Foot Surgery: What You Must Know Before Going Under The Knife

As a podiatrist with more than a dozen years experience there’s not a day goes by that I’m not asked about foot surgery. I’ll be asked for an opinion on whether Jenny’s mum should go “get her bunions done”. Or whether I think that Tony needs surgery on his “flat feet”. Hold on. “Sir, just […]

13 August 2021

Gus’ 7 Best Running Tracks in Melbourne

As a Podiatrist based in Melbourne let me share with you my favourite & the best running tracks in Melbourne. There is nothing better than being able to get out and go for a run after a busy day in the clinic. Like many others, I find running really helps not only to maintain a […]

12 August 2021

Online Diabetic Foot Check

Developed by our team of podiatrists with over 30 years experience saving, treating and working with the diabetic foot. Our free online diabetic foot check is a test you can complete in under 5 minutes. You’ll find out if your feet are of low, moderate or high risk of complications. There’s no obligations and no […]

9 August 2021

How To Fix Ingrown Toenails (for good)

Gather round, scooch your chair a little closer. This is a safe place for all of us. Welcome to ingrown toenails anonymous. Well, I’m going to put my hand up and no longer be anonymous, but you don’t need to. Let me tell you about my story of how I learned how to fix ingrown toenails […]

3 August 2021

Tendonitis: How to Treat and Heal Tendons

Tendonitis: How to Treat and Heal Tendons Our team or podiatrists and physiotherapists have seen our fair share of tendonitis cases over the years. In this post we’ll take you through tendonitis in detail. If you’re suffering with tendonitis or tendon pain you can book in with our team here What Actually Is Tendonitis? Tendonitis […]

16 July 2021

Winter Shoes for Cosy Feet: Podiatrist’s Picks

Winter Shoes for Cosy Feet: Podiatrist’s Picks When it comes to winter time in Melbourne there’s a few favourites of ours. As podiatrists who can get pretty cold feet at times, we’ve embraced winter shoes for many years. But winter shoes aren’t as popular across the Melbourne population. And certainly not with people who come […]

15 July 2021

Toenail Fungus

Are you one of the 10% of the Australian adult population of who has toenail fungus? Maybe you’re not sure but you’d really like to find out what is happening with your toenails as they look a bit different to what they used to? Toenail fungus, also known as onychomycosis is something that us podiatrists […]

8 July 2021

Newborn Feet

OK, as a podiatrist it’s impossible not to look at newborn feet and go, ahhh… They’re so cute, interesting, and miniature!  While our infants feet certainly have a likeness to our own adult feet, there are a heap of difference under the skin. When you think of what your adult feet go through on a […]

7 July 2021

Stress Fracture in the Foot

A stress fracture in the foot is an injury that can strike down any of us. From elite athletes pushing their bodies to the extremes to us mere mortals. Anyone can develop a painful stress fracture in their feet if the right conditions arise. For a few of thus, those conditions are becoming a little […]

30 June 2021

Chilblain Treatment

If you’re trying to work out why the tips of your toes are sore, chances are it could be a condition known as chilblains. In this article we’ll be distilling decades of podiatry practice into how you can attain effective chilblain treatment. Let’s get into it! What are chilblains? A chilblain is the more common […]

1 June 2021

Foot Arch Pain & How To Fix It

Foot arch pain is a burden for many Australians. Knowing who to see to fix it and what you can do at home to help are key challenges. In this article we’ll be delivering the important must-know information and dispelling a few myths about foot arch pain. By the end of this you’ll know: What […]

6 May 2021

The Running Company Lilydale Interview

The Running Company Lilydale is one of my favourite places to shop. Not only do I get to check out the latest in athletic footwear; the knowledgeable team there are always happy to help out. Last time I was in I had a chat with the owners Bec and Steve Rosel as we have a […]

6 April 2021

Annual Orthotic Review

Here’s why an annual orthotic review is important to you. Due for your annual orthotic review? Book in with your podiatry team here. The situation. So it’s been about 12 months since you started using your custom foot orthotics. And what a good year it’s been. Those painful symptoms are behind you, those goals of […]

30 March 2021

Best Running Shoes for Women

There’s a few questions Tim and Jess (a couple of our Melbourne Podiatrists) get asked all the time. One of the big ones are from all the gals who come in and ask us what are the best running shoes for women. Let’s get one thing off our chest first. Just like there’s no one […]

10 March 2021

Tape for Plantar Fasciitis

A great way to reduce the plantar heel pain is to use an effective technique to tape for plantar fasciitis relief. We’ve written extensively and helped thousands across Melbourne in clinic with their plantar fasciitis pain. Whether it be all about the treatment of plantar fasciitis, the best shoes for plantar fasciitis or even different […]

10 March 2021

Why Falls Prevention Matters

Falls Prevention Is Important To Us All Falling or even the fear of falling can be scary. Confidence can begin to decrease and slowly activities like cooking, cleaning, moving about the house and walking outside can be daunting tasks. One common misconception is that ‘it is just a part of ageing’. Let me contest that […]

25 February 2021

How To Get Rid Of A Corn Between Toes

Corns come in all shapes and sizes and can be found setting up shop in a variety of weird (but not wonderful) places! And a corn between toes is hardly wonderful. Let’s get rid of your painful corn. Book in with our podiatry team today. A question I get asked on the daily as a podiatrist […]

22 February 2021

Dry Skin On Feet

How To Treat Dry Skin On Feet Dry skin on feet is something that many of us battle all year round. Here we’ll give some background and then 3 steps to treat your feet. In this guide you’ll learn about why we get dry skin and then my 3 tips to fix them: Moisturise, but […]

18 February 2021

Tinea Pedis Treatment Guidelines

Tinea pedis treatment guidelines have changed over the last 5 years. Where we used to recommend a variety of medicaments we’re now much more laser focussed on what gets results. In this article our podiatrists will take you through the the best tinea pedis treatment guidelines. We look at the evidence from peer reviewed research […]

7 January 2021

Pascoe Vale

Pascoe Vale was our first clinical home. It’s where our journey as Pride podiatrists, physiotherapists and EP’s began. We love our local community here and after 7+ years of working, living and being an active part of community we wanted to provide more than just our leading health care. The following information comes from years […]

5 January 2021

Plantar Fasciitis Socks

Plantar fasciitis socks is a topic that keeps coming up in clinic. There’s been a slew of new products come on the market so we tried them and looked into the evidence. All to bring you this guide. Enjoy. Wait, do you have plantar fasciitis or one of the many different causes of heel pain? […]

7 December 2020

Lisfranc Ligament Injuries

Lisfranc ligament injuries are a not fun. Hardly a controversial take. But after seeing a few more than usual in the last month in clinic and then having some great in conversations with my clients, I’ve learned something new… The information available out there on the web for lisfranc ligament injuries is not good. It’s […]

24 November 2020

Best Sandals For Men

Lads. We need to talk about the thongs and oversized jeans combo. It’s a look that’s more of a way of life and at this time of year. Well it’s time to upgrade to the best sandals for men rather than go back to last years havy’s and smashed levis. Do it for your feet, […]

18 November 2020

Ingrown Toenails In Babies

It wasn’t until I became a mum and a podiatrist that I truly understood just how stressful it is to manage ingrown toenails in babies. This facebook post resonates with me on every level.

27 October 2020

Home Remedies for Corn and Callus Removal

Nothing beats seeing a podiatrist for your corn or callus treatment but not everyone has a podiatrist handy at home. Sometimes you need to go to your home remedies for corn and callus removal to get you through. These are what I recommend in our Melbourne CBD podiatry clinic. Picture this: It’s a Saturday morning […]

30 September 2020

Pedicure in Melbourne

Looking for a pedicure in Melbourne? Our podiatrists can’t wait to treat your feet! We don’t judge, we’re here to help you and your feet feel better. Page Updated July 2022 If you have long toe nails that are difficult to trim, or hard skin on your feet known as callus, you’ve probably been tempted […]

24 September 2020

Orthotic Cost

Your orthotic cost for your devices are as follows. Read on for more information. How Much Does A Custom Orthotic Cost & Why? For the longest time, your orthotic cost and process of getting orthotics was something that was hidden. Podiatrists worked away in the dark. Covered in plaster and foams as we artfully moulded, […]

18 September 2020

Everything You Need to Know About Shin Splints

Shin splints are an injury which have derailed my running in the past. As a podiatrist I’m passionate about treating and educating others. This guide is both personal and professional. Treating your shin splints starts with knowing them. Let’s get started. If you’re like me, you’ve started the ‘running mission’ at some point in your […]

17 September 2020

When Should You See a Podiatrist for Shin Splints and How Can They Help?

Shin splints. Podiatrists across Melbourne are seeing more and more people suffering shin pain. At PridePlus Health, our team have been helping runners and walkers alike get rid of their shin splints for many years.  Although, often podiatrists are not the first point of call for someone suffering shin pain. When I reflect back on […]

8 September 2020

Pascoe Vale Podiatrist Hannah QandA

Pascoe Vale podiatrist Hannah Moloney and I sat down to discuss the big questions that every podiatrist gets asked, every single day. Yes, we get that some people don’t like feet… but some of us really like helping the people they are attached to! So Hannah, a question that podiatrists often get asked, why podiatry?  […]

3 September 2020

Orthotics For Shin Splints

Orthotics for shin splints are an effective, fast and safe way to treat shin splints. Like every treatment modality out there though, they won’t work unless they are specifically tailored to treat the reasons why YOU get shin splints. For success, you need to have the right orthotic for the right person. This includes information […]

2 September 2020

Best Running Shoes For Shin Splints

At PridePlus Health we know shin splints. We’ve written extensively on the topic in our blog. We see hundreds of people with shin splints every year. And now, we want to provide more with our list of the Best Running Shoes For Shin Splints. As mentioned in other posts, shin splints are exacerbated by one […]

20 August 2020

QandA With Monbulk Podiatrist Laura

As an introduction to our new friends in the Hill’s, we sat down with Monbulk podiatrist Laura Ward to ask the hard hitting questions. So Laura, a question that podiatrists often get asked, why podiatry?  I chose podiatry because growing up I had my fair share of sports injuries. From medial tibial stress syndrome to […]

19 August 2020

Stretches For Shin Splints

If you’ve read my story here about my battles with shin splints then you’ll know I was prescribed stretches for shin splints. This all happened before I became a podiatrist and was armed with the shin splints knowledge we have today. Nowadays we know much more about what works for shin splints, and what doesn’t. […]

17 August 2020

How To Treat Shin Splints

To treat shin splints effectively you need to go back to basics. At their root, shin splints are an overload of the shin bone including the tendons and outside of the bone. When they are overworked or over trained, they become sore. And boy, do they get sore! Personal anecdote time. How (Not) To Treat […]

17 August 2020

When To See A Podiatrist Lockdown Guide

Our Podiatrist Lockdown Guide is here for our dearest Melbourne friends. At Pride we couldn’t think of a tighter community as well placed to get through this state of disaster as ours. We’re amazed by the generosity and support we see every single day, in our clinics and online across Melbourne. To help make sense […]

6 August 2020

Monbulk Podiatry Announcement

We’re thrilled to make this Monbulk podiatry announcement. July 2020. We’ve marked that date down in our calendar as a special one for our Allied Health team. We’re going to be expanding our podiatry offering to our friends who live in the Hill’s, with the opening of our Monbulk Podiatry Clinic. In Monbulk, our clinic […]

29 July 2020

Plantar Fasciitis Questions & Answers

Hi it’s Jess, your Melbourne CBD podiatrist here with the most common plantar fasciitis questions I get in clinic. First, if you’re not sure if your heel pain is from plantar fasciitis or something else, start here. Our free online heel pain test. It takes less than a minute to get your results. By now […]

15 July 2020

The 7 Best Women’s Work Shoes For Professionals

What are the best Women’s work shoes for the boardroom, office, boutique or job site is one of the most common questions I get asked as a podiatrist working in Melbourne’s CBD. Let me share my love of shoes and experience as a podiatrist with you. PS: If you’re looking for the best runners I’ve […]

21 May 2020

Podiatry Pedicure – When Your Feet Know It’s Time

A podiatry pedicure is a dry, safe and clinical procedure for your feet. Let me explain. – Jess If you’re like me, you’ve definitely neglected some of your luxury self-care practices during this period of social distancing. With all the beauty and cosmetic institutions that we now realise we take for granted being forced shut, […]

6 May 2020

How To Treat Heel Pain At Home

Being unable to get out and about is no longer a reason to keep battling with heel pain. Not only are our podiatrists offering telehealth consultations, but there’s more. In this 6 page guide, How To Treat Heel Pain At Home you’ll learn about what you can do to fix your own sore heels. What’s […]

16 April 2020

Plantar Fasciitis Arch Support

Want to know which plantar fasciitis arch support to buy? See your PridePlus Health podiatrist for your exact recommendation and read on to learn more. If you’re not sure yet if your pain is caused by plantar fasciitis or something else, take our free online heel pain test. In less than a minute you’ll have […]

10 March 2020

Plantar Fasciitis Massage

Plantar fasciitis massage is one of those treatments for plantar fasciitis pain which we all gravitate to. It just “feels” like it should work. But does it? Check out the post below. OK, by now you’ve probably read all about plantar fasciitis treatment and looking for as much relief as you can possibly get. You’ve […]

26 February 2020

The Complete Guide to Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis treatment advice from a podiatrist with over 10 years experience treating heel pain as well as 8 years teaching podiatry students about heel pain. If you have plantar fasciitis, this ones for you. But if you’re not sure what’s causing your heel pain start with the free online heel pain test. It takes […]

18 February 2020

Why Would You Want To Be A Podiatrist?

Why would you want to be a podiatrist? Every podiatrist get’s asked these questions daily by our clients, friends, casual acquaintances, even strangers! I guess working with feet is not for everyone. Seeing as it’s a question I get asked dozens of times a week I thought I’d bring you my podiatry origin story. It’s […]

18 February 2020

What Margot Robbie Taught Me About Symmetry

What Margot Robbie Taught Me About Symmetry We were having a discussion on symmetry in clinic and as Ben was talking I was scrolling through insta and something caught my eye. Has anyone else seen the below photo currently circulating the socials of one side of Margot Robbie’s face next to one side of Emma […]

5 February 2020

What Is A Joint?

What is a joint and what do they do? This is the fourth piece in our Anatomy Class series. You can go back and read the previous three on Tendons, Ligaments and Fascia. In the series we will take you through all the interesting tissues which make up our musculoskeletal system. What Is A Joint […]

31 January 2020

What Is A Tendon?

What is a tendon and what do they do? This is the third piece in our Anatomy Class series. You can go back and read the previous two on Ligaments and Fascia. In the series we will take you through all the interesting tissues which make up our musculoskeletal system. What Is A Tendon? If […]

16 January 2020

What Is A Ligament?

What is a ligament and what do ligaments do? This is the first piece in our Anatomy Class series where we will take you through all the interesting tissues which make up our musculoskeletal system. What Is A Ligament? Your ligaments are the really tough, strong and fibrous connective tissues which help protect and stabilise […]

13 January 2020

Does Your Child Need Custom Orthotics?

Working out whether orthotics for children are needed for your little champion can be really tough for a parent. In this article I’ll be taking you through what we podiatrists consider before prescribing a custom foot orthotic for kids feet. Does Your Child Need Custom Orthotics? Great question, to which the answer most of the […]

10 January 2020

Oxfam Trailwalker Training Plan

Oxfam Trailwalker Training Plan Oxfam Trailwalker alert! Let’s kick off your experience at this years event with my 12 week Oxfam Trailwalker Training Plan. It seems hard to believe but you only have 12 weeks of training before the 2020 event here in Melbourne. As always your PridePlus Health team are here for you and over […]

8 January 2020

Diabetic Exercises That Work (2023 Update)

Are you diabetic? Does this story about diabetic exercises sound familiar? So you’re looking after your diabetes and everyone is telling you to exercise more. You’re trying your best. But, your doctors, podiatrist want more. You’re walking as much as you can and checking those sugars but they still peak up every now and then. […]

5 January 2020

Is Podiatry Covered By Medicare?

Is Podiatry Covered By Medicare? As an Australian I’m so proud of our achievements on the world stage. Punching above our weight in the Olympic medal tally. 8th! Being integral in the moon landing (re-watch the Dish!).  Not cheating at sports (ok, except for using sandpaper and bowling underarm). And Medicare, a world leading health funding […]

23 December 2019

3 Things You Can Do To Immediately Reduce Big Toe Pain

Big toe pain is one of the most common reasons for someone to come to us podiatrists. And it’s no surprise, the big toe joint, known as the 1st metatarsophalangeal joint is the hardest working joint in the lower limb. Up to 8 x your body weight will be transmitted through the ball of the […]

22 December 2019

Sever’s Disease

What is Sever’s disease? Firstly, it’s not a disease! Sever’s disease is the much more common, antiquated and dare we say it, outdated nomenclature for calcaneal apophysitis. An injury that affects many growing young kids every single day.You see the heel bone called the calcaneus has a soft growth plate that runs through it near […]

19 December 2019

What Do Podiatrists Actually Do?

It’s no secret that in the medical and allied health industry, the podiatry profession tends to fly under the radar. On so many occasions I’ve been treating a patient’s heel pain, only for them to tell me that their next stop is the pedicurist to have their nails trimmed. Or conversely, I’ve been debriding some […]

13 December 2019

How To Treat Cracked Heels

For many Australian’s summer means cricket on the radio, splashing at the beach and the return of painful cracked heels. Just look at this chart – the spike in searches relating to cracked heels every summer is as regular as a prune juice drinker. With summer here it’s the perfect time to answer some questions […]

11 December 2019

Best Nursing Shoes

The best nursing shoes are the right nursing shoes for you. Podiatrist Jess Steinberg has all our nursing brothers and sisters covered with her comprehensive guide. The Best Nursing Shoes I have always stood by my opinion that nurses are the best kind of people. Having visited family members and friends in hospitals over the […]

9 December 2019

Should I See a Podiatrist or Physio for Foot Pain?

Foot Pain. Who you gonna call? Your podiatrist or your physio? For most of us, getting foot pain is a part of life. Sometimes we know why – yes, those heels were worth it. Other times we don’t, it can seem so random, so sporadic, and oh so painful. It might be just a little […]

3 December 2019

What Runners Should I Be Wearing?

Motion Control, Maximalist, Carbon Fibre, React X, Dual Density, Decoupling. Help! I just want to know what runners I should be wearing? What are the best running shoes for me?! Since when did finding the best running shoes for your feet become like reading the roll call at a silicon valley primary school? What do […]

26 November 2019

Is Foot Pain Impacting Your Lifestyle?

Here’s a challenge, find me a region of the body (other than the foot) that contains more than 26 bones, 33 joints and more than a hundred tendons, ligaments and muscles. Okay okay, unfair challenge, because there are none! No wonder foot pain can be such a common and tricky beast. The foot and it’s […]

21 November 2019

Orthoses for Plantar Heel Pain

Interview with Podiatrist, Researcher and Channel 9 News Star Dr Glen Whittaker Heel pain. We’ve written about it before, (here, here and here). And with some hot off the press research completed by Dr Glen Whittaker, it’s important we write about it again. Why is that? Well, there’s a lot of us out there who […]

18 November 2019

Moon Boot. Your New Favourite Shoe

A Moon boot AKA CAM Walker, is one of the most useful, misunderstood and vital tools in a podiatrists armory. They are useful in providing the ideal healing environment for any number of injuries to the foot and ankle. They are misunderstood as they’re not just for broken bones or ankle sprains. Nor are they […]

14 November 2019

A Foot Expert and Podiatrist’s Guide to Bunions

Bunions – The word itself strikes fear into me as a podiatrist of 10+ years. Bunion is such a loaded term. I’ve had family members wave their feet in front of me asking about their bunions. Then there are the thousands of clients claiming they have bunions. I’ve read more research articles on the topic […]

8 November 2019

Run Better. 5 Tips to Run Better From Podiatrist Gus McSweyn

Here are 5 easy to implement strategies to run better. Let me help you prevent injury and improve performance. Quick intro – My name is Gus McSweyn. I’m a podiatrist here at PridePlus Health. I love running, and having worked with elite, sub elite and recreational athletes throughout my practice, I have developed a special […]

4 November 2019

Foot Orthotics for Basketball

How to improve your basketball free throw percentage At PridePlus Health, us podiatrists love staying in touch with all the latest research to guide our treatment plans and ensure everything we do is evidence-based. Recently, an interesting article surfaced in my google scholar notifications. Having played basketball since I was just 8 years old, and […]

24 October 2019

Steroid Injections: To jab or not to jab

As a physio, two conversations I have on a regular basis start something like this: “The doctor mentioned a steroid injection but I’m not sure I want it as I’ve heard they don’t always work.” “The last steroid injection was great and lasted over a year, my pain has returned so I would like another […]

23 October 2019

A Medi Pedi For Summer Feet

Well, we’ve finally made it. Spring has sprung, daylight savings has begun and that northerly breeze is entering our lungs. Summer is coming and it’s about time we all prepare for it! For me, summer is the best time of the year. Beach visits, plenty of sun, with test cricket and the Aussie Open in […]

17 October 2019

CJD Fun Run Recovery

It’s nearly fun run time! And that means it’s absolutely time to learn about fun run recovery. The CJD Fun Run month is finally here and we’re ready for the awesome event on October 27. Like so many of you we’ve been putting in the training, get ready for the run. Preparation for a fun […]

7 October 2019

Foot Health Week 2019

October 14 – 20 There are many exciting weeks on the calendar, but for the podiatry team at PridePlus Health, none come close to Foot Health Week. Why? Because we love feet, and loving healthy feet is much easier than loving the not-so-healthy feet. Foot Health Week is an annual campaign spearheaded by the Australian […]

4 October 2019

What’s New In Custom Foot Orthotics

With the decade coming to a close (are we calling it the ‘10s or the 2010’s?) it’s a perfect time to reflect on change progress. In the field of Custom Foot Orthotics the ‘10’s have seen the biggest changes over any decade preceding it. And when we’re talking about Custom Foot Orthotics, these changes have […]

1 October 2019

How To Get Rid Of A Corn

Now that you know the difference between a foot corn and a foot callus the next step is getting rid of a corn! We touched on this briefly previously here but this one goes into further details. How To Get Rid Of A Corn: The Options And top of the list by a country mile […]

18 September 2019

How To Manage Achilles Tendon Rupture Without Surgery

Have you seen the videos? Heard the pop? Just ask Kobe Bryant (RIP) or Kevin Durant, an Achilles tendon rupture is one of the most visceral and cheek clenching injuries you can ever experience. In the past, an achilles tendon rupture always meant surgery. It meant surgery to open up the lower limb, track down […]

4 September 2019

How To Get Rid Of Plantar Fasciitis In 2 Steps

Plantar fasciitis. AKA Plantar fasciopathy is a pain at the bottom of the heel that affects around 1 in 10 of us. It causes not just a sore heel, but can also significantly reduce our quality of life by decreasing our ability to be active. This heel pain can often become persistent and a cause […]

27 August 2019

Is This Fungal?

Look away if you’re squeamish – we’re talking fungal nails After over 10 years in podiatry, one of the most common questions I get asked is “what do you think of this toenail? Is this fungal?” Yes, this question is usually asked clinically but there’s still plenty of people who, as soon as they find […]

19 August 2019

QandA with Pascoe Vale Podiatrist Rachael Leary

So Rachael, a question that podiatrists often get asked, why podiatry? I was always interested in health and knew I wanted to do something health related but was never set on anything in particular. I think the reason why I ended up choosing podiatry was because of my grandad, he has diabetes and has suffered […]

16 August 2019

Run Melbourne Review: 2019

Well Run Melbourne has been run and won (big congrats to Sarah Bellchambers and David Ridley winning the blue ribbon half marathon distances). It was great to see thousands of happy runners enjoying the perfect fresh conditions on Sunday morning around Melbourne. At PridePlus Health we’re all about physical and mental health. And Sunday saw […]

2 August 2019

Putting The Fun in CJD Fun Run

Well done on signing up to compete and complete the CJD Fun Run. As podiatrists who love being in Emerald we know the route the fun run is taking has some great surface changes and the odd hill or two. We’re all really excited to support this great event. So, let’s see if we can […]

22 July 2019

What To Bring To Your Podiatry Appointment at PridePlus Health

Everything in life is easier when we are prepared, and your podiatry appointment is no different. The absolute essentials to bring to your podiatry appointment are: Your shoes. Think your day to day, your sports, work and at home footwear. Your orthotic devices. If you have them. Absolute no need to bring in old foot […]

13 June 2019

Why You Must See A Podiatrist For Your Diabetes (2021 Update)

Seeing a podiatrist for diabetes (updated for 2021) post and video. As a podiatrist for diabetes sufferers for many years now there’s a few myths that we hear in clinic that need to be cleared up. As well as important knowledge that we need to share. In this post we’ll update you on what podiatrists […]

12 June 2019

12 Reasons To See A Podiatrist

2 feet and 10 toes: 12 reasons to see your PridePlus Health Podiatrist We’ve all played the game before; nieces and nephews, sons and daughters, and grandkids alike know about “this little piggy”. As we grow we up we (hopefully) play much less frequently with our feet and toes. They’re often covered up with nail […]

30 May 2019

Dominate like LeBron

11 March 2019

How Does PridePlus’ Podiatry Service offer an Integrated Foot Solution?

4 March 2019

Football: Preparation Recovery and Footy Feet

4 March 2019

What is the Best Treatment for Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot)?

18 February 2019

The Difference Between Foot Corns & Foot Calluses

15 February 2019

What are the Causes of Sesamoiditis?

13 February 2019

5 Rules For School Shoes

30 January 2019

Swoosh. Nike Makes Laces Obsolete

16 January 2019

A Podiatrist’s Guide to Kokoda

5 January 2019

Real Talk Heel Talk – Plantar Fascia

4 January 2019

Running SMART. Cheers and beers to the Dutch this festive season

18 December 2018

5 Top Tips For Happy Holiday Feet

20 November 2018

Do I Need To See A Podiatrist?

10 November 2018

Sweat, sweat, sweat. Sweaty Feet

21 October 2018

Choosing the right runners

3 September 2018