Girl running and playing AFL

It’s that time of year again footy fans — finals week! As we gear up once again for what looks to be another huge September showdown in the NRL and AFL codes, the team at My FootDr are tackling the hard-hitting injuries and risk factors surrounding both gruelling codes. With AFL and NRL being two of the most dominant and physically demanding sports played in our country, there is little wonder as to why we see such a large number of injuries at both the professional and junior levels. Read more

Kids hanging feet and legs over fence

It’s often that I find myself in social encounters answering that question, among the broader queries of, ‘what does a podiatrist do?’ The explanation generally opens up a discussion about the person’s feet, a previous injury, a new bump or lump, what shoes are appropriate for certain activities, and whether or not they should bring their kids in for a foot check-up.
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Hiking Foot Pain

When you hike, your feet and legs absorb the impact of every step, making good foot care essential to achieve your best performance. Your risk of sustaining a hiking injury can be increased by having (unsupported) flat feet, high arches, stiffness or reduced movement at your ankle, slight differences in the length of your legs (it’s more common than you may think!) and your footwear – especially if it has worn out over a few years of hiking.
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